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Purchased H&R Sport Springs, should I also replace shocks while the labor is getting done?

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Old 04-19-2000, 03:54 PM
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Default Purchased H&R Sport Springs, should I also replace shocks while the labor is getting done?

If yes, I here the bilstein's and koni's are the way to go. What are the corresponding attributes?
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Default Neither make shocks specifically for the S4.

The stock dampers are great with either the H&R sport or Eibach Pro-Kit as they have 'mild' spring rates.

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Default unless you like a bouncy ride... yes

I recently changed just the H&R springs. What I was looking for was decreased body roll during corning and less pitch/dive during braking/acceleration. The springs accomplished this but the resulting ride qual was really "bouncy". While driving on city streets the ride was definatley firmer and most street imperfections could now be felt. The ride is significantly worse on the freeway whenever you hit a medium to large bump as the car bounces signifcantly. I was told by a couple of people that the stock shocks would be acceptable but at least in my opinion they are not. I have heard good things about both the Bilsteins and Konis so either would be acceptable. I decided to go the Koni route because I liked the idea that they were adjustable (albeit on rebound only). I recently ordered them and can post after they are installed. The other alternative would be to go with coilovers although they are quite a bit pricier. People in the past have posted good experiences with both the H&R and Vortrag setups. Hope this was helpful
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Thnaks, I also like the idea of the adjustability of the konis. How much did you pay?
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