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  1. 20th January 2006, 12:27 AM #1
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    koni vs. bilsteins

    this is a follow on from the post "old man emu shocks.." i apologise to those who have read the following in that post, however i posted again as this now involves different brands. ie koni owners may not look at a post involving OME.

    anyway,

    continuing my quest for replacement rear shocks for a heavily loaded 110, do you guys have opinions on KONI and BILSTEIN shock absorbers.
    as earlier posted, i'm looking for an improved road ride.

    thaks very much.
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  2. 20th January 2006, 05:55 AM #2
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    BILSTEIN and landrover go hand in hand :wink:
    130's rule
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  3. 20th January 2006, 08:08 AM #3
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    i asked the owner of my rig when i picked it up why he only had bilsteins on the front and not on the rear, he indicated that bilsteins are not doubled walled (i wouldn't have a clue about the construction of shocks) therefore if fitted to the rear they are more prone to damage from rocks etc, it sounded like a reasonable explanation however i am no expert

    i will follow this post as i will be changing the shocks before my trip next year
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  4. 20th January 2006, 11:19 AM #4
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    Koni's on my rangie - great handling on the great ocean rd and adjustable/ rebuildable.
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  5. 20th January 2006, 11:27 AM #5
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    I lost a rear Bilstein (admittedly after 100000k of faithful service) in a way they seemed to support what Weeds said. I replaced both rears with Bilsteins on advice from my LR mechanic (and AULRO).

    The first owner of my Landy put a lot of fruit on it that I get the benefit out of, aux tank, dual batteries, snorkel, chequer plate, bonnet mount and bull bar. I asked him which one he thought was the first thing he'd do if he got another Defender he said "Easy, Bilsteins. And this time I wouldn't wait for the originals to go, I'd do it straightaway. Transformed the handling of the vehicle"

    Having said all that - I'd say Konis would serve you well too.
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  6. 20th January 2006, 11:29 AM #6
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    If its heavily loaded I would definately go the Bilsteins over Konis. Konis by design can fade which is a touring problem, Bilsteins cant.
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  7. 20th January 2006, 11:37 AM #7
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    What price Bilsteins and where is the best place to get them??
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  8. 20th January 2006, 01:16 PM #8
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    Not sure on best, but I've bought at $380pr from Heasmans (Sydney Shocks), although I'd also try Norbert on Overlander forums.
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  9. 20th January 2006, 01:40 PM #9
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    Frenchie I did a fair bit of phoning around last year when I replaced my rear pair.

    I checked my records and the bill from Guest & Puddey was $380 installed or close to that.
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  10. 20th January 2006, 02:22 PM #10
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    as i will be looking at replacing mine early next i thought i would send an email and here is the response, the agents listed are for Brisbane.

    Kelvin,

    Bilstein shocks for your vehicle are in fact single walled (mono tube construction) and it is good practice to put stone shields ($22 a pair) on the back units. The material thickness of the wall is 2mm, which is far greater than any other brand. Expect to pay around $800 for all 4 units. You can buy through Fulcrum Suspension in Moorooka: 3892 9000 or GSA Wholesale in Slacks Creek 3808 4698. If you have a 130 chassis there are the 4 heavy rate units for $950.

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