New Shocks ........what brand??

[chang]

Hi all,

I'm in desperate need to replace my shocks after a trip from dorrigo to Glenn Innes through some back roads which was very harsh, rocky which the shocks could not handle. Basically the whole car was the damper!! So, i am after some thoughts on what would be the go?

I've been thinking about going the KYB ones that are listed or should I just bite the bullet an throw sone Koni or Bilstein's in?

Cheers in advance

[Matplat]

When I was contemplating bilsteins this was the cheapest place that I found


Bilstein Shocks | Bilstein PSS10 | Bilstein PSS9 | Eibach Springs | Koni Shocks | Tokico Shocks (http://www.shox.com)

international but worth it.

[chang]

When I was contemplating bilsteins this was the cheapest place that I found


Bilstein Shocks | Bilstein PSS10 | Bilstein PSS9 | Eibach Springs | Koni Shocks | Tokico Shocks (http://www.shox.com)

international but worth it.

That's some bloddy good pricing, better than U.k figures I've been looking at, especially on the koni's. Actually both top brands are within range of what kyb were going to be but are not as good.

Thanks mate!

[Red90]

Get some Koni 8240 shocks (not the 30 series shown in that last link). You will not be disappointed.

[Red90]

8240-1182SPX | Koni Heavy Track Shock Absorber - Rear Defender from XA159807 (http://www.paddockspares.com/8240-1182spx-koni-heavy-track-shock-absorber-rear-defender-from-xa159807.html)
8240-1181SPX | Koni Heavy Track Shock Absorber - Front Defender from XA159807 (http://www.paddockspares.com/8240-1181spx-koni-heavy-track-shock-absorber-front-defender-from-xa159807.html)

[vogue]

Are the Bilsteins standard height or 2" lifted?

[chang]

Get some Koni 8240 shocks (not the 30 series shown in that last link). You will not be disappointed.

How are they compared to B6'ers? I've had billies before in a classic which where great but offroad seemed to get a bit harsh at times. had rancho also which I don't rate at all

[redrovertdi]

I got my bilsteins from Bilstein Shocks, KW Suspensions and much more: eShocks.com (http://www.eshocks.com), best price on postage as well

[chang]

Got shipping quote of $180usd....... That brings it close to what quadrant here can do billies here for. I'll get a UK shipping quote also

[rick130]

Got shipping quote of $180usd....... That brings it close to what quadrant here can do billies here for. I'll get a UK shipping quote also

As Red90 suggested, get some prices on Koni.

Proven Products at Albury are one of the two importers and have looked after me very well over the years.

8240 Koni Heavy Tracks will also have slightly better open/closed lengths than the equivalent Billies too.

[Discomark]

Fitted the Billies to mine over 10 years ago and there still going strong. Major improvement in reducing roll while cornering and soaking up the corrugations. Mine were fitted with new springs with a 2" lift, best thing I did on the Disco.
Cheers
Mark

[Nomad9]

Hi Chang,
I've fitted Tough Dogs to my D1 with a 2 inch suspension lift, no problems so far. The mags I've read they have a pretty good right up.

[streaky]

Hi Chang,
I've fitted Tough Dogs to my D1 with a 2 inch suspension lift, no problems so far. The mags I've read they have a pretty good right up.

What kind of weight are you carrying in the D1 Nomad? Can you tell me the part numbers or specs? I have sent Emails direct to Tough Dog via their website and can't get a single reply from them.
I'm so frustrated with the lack of response that I'm getting quotes from Dobinsons instead now.

[Red90]

How are they compared to B6'ers? I've had billies before in a classic which where great but offroad seemed to get a bit harsh at times. had rancho also which I don't rate at all
Much better.

[Nomad9]

Hi Streaky,
I have a bull bar winch compatible, no winch, and a full set or drawers in the back with all the usual stuff in it, also have the ability to fit a fridge but thats in the other vehicle right now. I've had a quick look underneath and can't see any markings, to much road dirt on them. I'll have another look when I get a better chance and it is a bit lighter.

[chang]

Going to go Koni. Just waiting still on shipping cost but either way will still be better than here after a quote I recieved from an Aussie seller at 500 for rears & same for front.


I think more should be done to regulate RRP here in aus, rather than try an stiff us on import duties, especially when an individual buyer can beat local pricing by hundreds of dollars on one set. bloody joke

[goldey]

You won't be disappointed with the Konis. I've had the 8240 set in my Disco since before we did the "big trip" last year (15000ks in 4 mths). Thousands of k's of outback corrugations, plenty of flexing in weekend trips and general road duties (with a fully loaded vehicle pulling a 1500kg camper) and they're still going strong.

Got my set from Paddocks early last year. Ended up saving loooottsss of money over local prices.

Cheers

Goldey

[mogindo]

I have a set of Terrafirma All Terrain shocks and they SUCK! Granted they were only $174.00. The truck is so stiff that when I hit a bump on the road or a small hole the trucks shakes and vibrates like it was going to fall apart. its almost like a frame twisting motion the vibration starts at one wheel (the one hit the hole) and the the entire body shatters.

I am going to buy a set of Koni, more than twice the price and hope to see the difference.

[chang]

Ordered the koni dampers from paddocks, & paid for them only to receive an email stating they will not ship them due to having to fill out a dangerous goods Dec & its just too time consuming, so refund it is.

I emailed them a while ago asking for a freight cost & nothing then was said???
Very unhappy with the service. If they don't ship shocks internationally why not state it or when selecting Australia as the destination, then bring up halt to the bloody order.

Anyway, spoke to both rimmer bros & Devon 4x4 over the phone last night, both of which are happy to ship for anyone else ordering shocks

[goldey]

Sorry to hear Chang, I have had a chequered history with Paddocks orders (though my Konis weren't an issue at the time), chase down the Konis with one of the others.

Cheers

Goldey

[streaky]

Me and a mate have just ordered two complete suspension set-ups from Dobinsons.
We're getting them flown out to Dubai by a mate in Lismore but due to the extensive flooding in the region he can't get the courier to pick up the pallets!
I've had Dobs in the past so decided to go with them again...although the bonded in bushes might prove to be an Achilles heel?

[chang]

Sorry to hear Chang, I have had a chequered history with Paddocks orders (though my Konis weren't an issue at the time), chase down the Konis with one of the others.

Cheers

Goldey

Yeah I didn't think it would be an issue, even rang TNT over in the U.K shortly after receiving the no go from paddocks, & they said its just a case of notification of what the goods are an filling out a DGD form then happy days. I than passed on this info to paddocks in which they replied they had a parcel destroyed (most likely for not following procedure), & will not ship shocks via air anymore.

still waiting on the refund so I can pay Devon 4x4. They also price matched Paddocks so im happy to some extent but won't have a smile on my face until I'm holding the box

[steane]

Often overlooked is the Ultimate brand of shocks. Made in Australia by Ultimate, I've only ever been impressed with them. Ken and Brendan will set them up to suit your vehicle and how you use it. Well priced to, I think $600 for a set of four or around there.

Plenty of people rate their product. The only shock I'd take over the Ultimates for my Defender would be the Koni Raids, but the price is a bit off putting.

Good to be able to talk to the people that make them and get them just right.

[rick130]

Often overlooked is the Ultimate brand of shocks. Made in Australia by Ultimate, I've only ever been impressed with them. Ken and Brendan will set them up to suit your vehicle and how you use it. Well priced to, I think $600 for a set of four or around there.

Plenty of people rate their product. The only shock I'd take over the Ultimates for my Defender would be the Koni Raids, but the price is a bit off putting.

Good to be able to talk to the people that make them and get them just right.

Rangier Rover had the boys at Minto do the dampers for his air bagged all round Deefer 120.

He was very happy with the results.