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Old 01-10-2002, 02:14 PM
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Should I get Koni or Bilstein shocks, and why?
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My advise is Bilstein because they now have a specific S4 shocks
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I agree with LeHigh. Go Bilstein. Can't go wrong with either but I prefer Bilstein.
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what's the price on the Bilsteins?
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$486.00 here
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Old 01-10-2002, 04:27 PM
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Default Neuspeed Bilsteins are height adjustable
Nice thing is you have ~5 grooves you can use to raise/lower the spring perch. Think of them as cheap coil overs.

One thing I've heard (but haven't verifed) is that Neuspeed is the only one that has the fronts grooved (and thus adjustable) -- everyone else has the grooves only in the rear.

I need to get off my butt & get me some.

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Bilstein Sports or Heavy Duty?
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Oh yeah, did I mention Zev of Avalonmotorsports has them for $486...a very good deal! =)
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Default Re: Bilstein Sports or Heavy Duty?
HD & Sport *tend* to have the same valving
HD is designed, shaft-length wise, for OE springs
Sports are designed for lowering springs.

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