Thread: Koni Shock Absorber - need rebuild?

I just purchased some stuff that included a set of used Defender Koni adjustable shock absorbers.
I've worked out how to adjust them but the compression resistance is about 20% of the rebound rate.
They compress fairly easily so I assume they are due for a rebuild?

You can't test them by hand. I had a set on my SIII LWB for well over a decade and decided I should adjust them up to be a bit firmer. After a lot of experimenting on the vehicle I set them back at their lowest setting (or perhaps half a turn, I forget) as that was the best ride and they may have not worn at all!
I have a set of very old yellow racing shocks from an Alfetta. A bit rusty on the outside but still seem fine to me. I have only kept them as they are too good to throw out and one day I'll find a use for a pair of them...