sorry - springs question.

[edpryce]

I have used the search but still am a little unclear, I am trying to lower my car on a budget. (mk2 1984 8v gti). Car has done 80k, on what I believe are the original shocks.

Seen some new Jamex springs (40mm) for sale £30, will I also need to change my shocks or can i use the existing ones? and if I dont, how long will my spine last running standard shocks?

Cheers in advance, lets keep this thread short and sweet for everyones sake.

Ed

[edpryce]

come on 20 views someone must know?

[Ben Lessani]

Obviously on a 25 year old car its recommended to replace the shocks if you are replacing the springs, Boge gas from GSF come recommended from most as a budget alternative.

[danny_p]

std shocks  can manage -40 mm  just  if there in good health and the bumpstops are very good.    worn bumpstops and shocks will last about a week*

*depending how you drive and stiffness of springs ect 

[nealey]

I would seroiusly change the shocks as well, buy the springs now and the shocks later and fit them at the same time if you are on a budget

[edpryce]

Cheers, I guess I will need to start looking at shock prices. Novice - are bump stops included with shocks or are they an extra?

[nealey]

bump stops are extra, you will also probably need to renew the front top mounts

[edpryce]

starting to add up, looking like those hotuning coilovers might be a cheaper option?

[OakeyDoak16v]

If your worried about your spine i think you need to consider a shock and spring combo. This is what i am about to do for similar reasons. Can't you wait and save the cash instead of spunking it on a cheap compromise?

[cняis]

go for new shocks and springs, no point relying on crappy old shocks to take the strain.

also new top mounts are a must, the bearings are liable to seize resulting in VERY notchy and stiff steering (from experience) and take bugger all to change once the shocks are off. they cost about £20-£25 for a pair

you only want to do the job once