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Offline Kent

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Bilstein Shocks Question
« on: 23 May 2010, 13:25 »
Hi guys,

Quick question if you would not mind as I’m crap when it comes to suspension.

If I buy these will I only then need to get the springs?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/VW-GOLF-MK2-BILSTEIN-FRONT-REAR-GAS-SHOCK-ABSORBERS-/220607034032?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item335d3432b0

Oh and are they any good? And will they be able to cope with a 40mm drop.

Cheers.

Offline Steve_B

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Re: Bilstein Shocks Question
« Reply #1 on: 23 May 2010, 13:36 »
hmm, i'd check what model they're for before buying.

Offline Kent

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Re: Bilstein Shocks Question
« Reply #2 on: 23 May 2010, 13:49 »
Just checked and they are O.E B4 Shocks.

Are they any good?

Offline Wayne

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Re: Bilstein Shocks Question
« Reply #3 on: 23 May 2010, 21:29 »
I don't think oe spec will work with lowering springs.

Offline Kent

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Re: Bilstein Shocks Question
« Reply #4 on: 23 May 2010, 21:46 »
cheers mate