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Which coilover system is better Koni, Bilstein , or H&R? Or is there a better coilover system?

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Old 03-28-2001, 01:21 PM
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Default Re: Which coilover system is better Koni, Bilstein , or H&R? Or is there a better coilover system?

I ride HR's and they're nice. My friend has Koni's, but not the coilovers and they're nice too. I know HR/Bilstein specialize in a monotube design. I'm not sure of the Koni's, but Koni is an all around good brand, so they're prbably okay. I doubt that there is a better brand, it probably depends on what the driver is looking for out of their suspension(this is the answer you didn't want to hear, right?).

I am pretty sure that Bilstein makes or provides the parts for the HR kit. I think this because it says Bilstein on the dampers of my kit and the springs have the same company name that provides materials to Bilstein.

I know Bilstein makes a PSS and a PSS9 coilover, but I don't think it is available for Audi yet, correct me if I'm wrong though.
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Re: Thanks for the info.
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Default Materials and construction is better on Konis.

If you compare the innards of Konis vs Bilsteins, the konis are designed to last longer. The shaft is smoother, the valves auto adjust for wear. I was a long time bilstein fan, but I've jumped the fence. I still believe that bilstein does a great job on valving, it's just that I now see why konis usually cost more. It's worth it in my book.
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