'07 shock knock - decisions decisions
I've been putting off doing something about my rear shocks for too long (after hoping that Subaru UK would replace them AGAIN under warranty - not a chance).
Personally, I think that they should accept that there's a design flaw, and replace them.....I've run other cars to 180,000 miles and never needed any suspension work doing! This is my third pair! So, I guess I have 2 initial options..... 1. Get some KYB (Gold?) replacement shocks for the rear. But, aren't the OE ones made by KYB? And if so, won't I end up having the same short life? 2. Go for BC coilovers - more expensive, but at least all 4 corners are replaced! For once in my life, comfort needs to take a slight priority over handling. I'd be grateful for any advice or recommendations! |
Consider the grease nipple refurb, worked a treat on my Widetrack shocks :)
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Originally Posted by Fonzey
(Post 11076986)
Consider the grease nipple refurb, worked a treat on my Widetrack shocks :)
Considering how long they've been knocking for, I think they MIGHT be beyond that kind of repair......although, if I could find someone who has the right tools, maybe they could confirm or deny that! :lol1: How often do you have to re-grease them? |
In theory, never. The only reason for using a nipple is so that grease can be added under pressure to get the right coverage.
I recently did it to my 2005 shocks on 40k miles and it silenced them a treat. I had no real mechanical skills so it took me a few days, but I can't argue with the results. |
Originally Posted by Fonzey
(Post 11077406)
In theory, never. The only reason for using a nipple is so that grease can be added under pressure to get the right coverage.
I recently did it to my 2005 shocks on 40k miles and it silenced them a treat. I had no real mechanical skills so it took me a few days, but I can't argue with the results. Well...I probably have even LESS mechanical skills! :lol1: I might ask a few people.....and see if they'll help! |
I would also be interested to know if there is someone in the south east who could do this work on wide track newages - no chance of me doing this myself.
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Me to but in the manchester area
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