hoff Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 Ive just spoken to Chris Wilson regarding the knocking from my suspension. I was hoping that from my description that it might just be arm bolts that need tightening but it seem to be that I need new shock absorbers, thought it might be. I definately need some for the front and probably the reaf too. Does anyone have any opinions on which I should get, where from and how much im looking at? Cheers:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt _Aero top_ Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 Give jezza a shout if times are hard , i got 2 front shockers off him for the same reasons as you for 100 sheets Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 Ive just spoken to Chris Wilson regarding the knocking from my suspension. I was hoping that from my description that it might just be arm bolts that need tightening but it seem to be that I need new shock absorbers, thought it might be. I definately need some for the front and probably the reaf too. Does anyone have any opinions on which I should get, where from and how much im looking at? Cheers:) Hi Adam If it is just new dampers you need, I'd recommend fitting a set of new Bilstein's. These were fitted on the later model Supras by Toyota and are one of the best damper setups available. See prices here: http://mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=92431 cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoff Posted June 16, 2007 Author Share Posted June 16, 2007 Im not sure whats needed really nic. Need Chris to have a look 1st probably. The reason i thought it might be the shocks is because on the MOT note it mentioned 1 was bleeding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 Im not sure whats needed really nic. Need Chris to have a look 1st probably. The reason i thought it might be the shocks is because on the MOT note it mentioned 1 was bleeding. If one of your dampers is leaking then time for a new set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 I am changing the suspension on a very low Supra next week, and part of the deal is I get his very nice Ohlins dampers. I intend to have them checked over on the shock dyno and rebuilt if required. I will then sell them with some sensibly rated springs. So if anyone is interested speak now. They are single (top) adjustable in situ, with adjustable ride height. I can also have them valved to suit track usage if that's what someone wants. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoff Posted June 16, 2007 Author Share Posted June 16, 2007 Keep me in mind chris. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoff Posted June 16, 2007 Author Share Posted June 16, 2007 Just been looking on envy and whifbitz and Koni are the cheepest but am I right in thinking most people wouldn't touch them. Bearing in mind my supe is a daily driver and doesnt get pushed that hard, some rough and windy roads by me though. Also, if i need to change one do i need to do all 4 or just the front/rear set? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ric Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 you do shocks in pairs, each side needs to be done really, but while your at it, just change the lot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoff Posted June 16, 2007 Author Share Posted June 16, 2007 Cheers Ric. I thought it was front then rear, but left and right then yeh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJButler Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 Just fitted a set of KYB AGX Adjustables on a 94 n/a with the same problem, transformed the car and cured the knocks for £340, job is not difficult and took around 5 hrs using two jacks and a set of spring compressors from screwfix for £11. You will need a decent socket set to undo the bolts and a torqe wrench to do em up again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoff Posted June 16, 2007 Author Share Posted June 16, 2007 Excellant. Where from? I can use my existing springs with them yeh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ric Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 Cheers Ric. I thought it was front then rear, but left and right then yeh? no sorry i ment across pairs, so yes, front then rear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 So if anyone is interested speak now. Talk to me more about this on Tuesday please! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoff Posted June 17, 2007 Author Share Posted June 17, 2007 So im tempted by the KYB AGX, cause of the price. Or the Bilstein's cause good price and good reviews or go upto £500 for some Teins. Anybody got any other opinions or options? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobDogg Posted June 17, 2007 Share Posted June 17, 2007 What kind of price are we talking for the Ohlins? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8800 Posted June 17, 2007 Share Posted June 17, 2007 interested in the Ohlins as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted June 17, 2007 Share Posted June 17, 2007 Price depends what they cost to refurbish, will post when i have more info. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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