Shocks-Just want to say ...

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Frog2Spider
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Your car is a: 1981 2000 Spider
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Shocks-Just want to say ...

Post by Frog2Spider »

After a lot of soul searching, head scratching and wondering about visiting a shrink, i finally bought and installed a set of Koni Yellow shocks.
Just shy of $400 for the shocks plus another $200 to install. I must be going senile, I thought!

So, I just want to say that this is probably the best thing that I have done! Wow, it's a whole different ride and the cornering is outstanding.
I recently replaced my stock 13 " wheels with 15". This also changed the tire size to a 50 from a 70. Before the Koni install, the car's ride was more harsh and more 'road' was felt. Now, it's like riding on a firm layer of air!
Honest, these are the greatest, and worth every cent!

Dave.
Always looking for curves under blue skies!
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Your car is a: 1977 124 Spider - Shelob
Location: Sammamish, WA

Re: Shocks-Just want to say ...

Post by Dawgme85 »

Out of curiosity, what shock settings are you using?
1977 Spider 1800 (SHELOB - driver)
1970 124 Sport Spider (99% complete barn find, now in my garage, awaiting restoration)
Frog2Spider
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The softest. This is the setting that was recommended for general street performance.
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Post by weengra »

Concur. When I added yellow Konis I couldn't believe what a difference it made. I also set them on full soft. 14" Turbo wheels and factory springs.
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Post by Frog2Spider »

I'm on 15" wheels, 195 X 50 front & 205 X 50 rear. 'Red' springs with anti-sway bars, front & rear.
Gives the car a great ride & great handling! :)

Dave.
Always looking for curves under blue skies!
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