Menu toggle

shock absorbers

Alpine

Alpine

New member
can anyone tell me how long shock absorbers typically last (my car has done 130k miles). My ride feels a bit "lumpy" on a rough road, but since I havent driven another 944 I don't know if mine is normal.

Is it an expensive job to have them all changed at a independant specialist?
 
I replaced mine at 145k and they were vastly improved with new ones. My 964 has 133k on it and I will replace them on it ASAP.

I'd say maybe £750 to drive in and out again with new suspension fitted if you're staying with standard stuff.
 
I recently had the "inserts" on my front shock absorbers replaced after 150k, and it made a great difference. Bilstein parts I believe. My local garage did the work for well under £100.
 
If you decide to go the non-standard / budget route give these guys a try: http://www.motorsportworld.co.uk/ I have no connection with them but they do seem good value.

I've recently bought (although not yet had delivered) AVO adjustable shocks & lowered spring kit and the complete SPAX kit looks very good value.

Worth a punt as not a lot of money in the 'Porsche' grand scheme of things!

Si
 
I think fronts might as well, certainly 87 on ones dont fit on an 86 car despite the aluminium arms etc. Bert Gear will know,
Tony
 
Why dont you look at some online retailers and see if there is a separate shock for the early and late model 944 lux's.
 
Good idea, but online fitment lists are terrible (and seldom accurate). 944 front struts changed for the 1985 model year (last of the 924 dash cars), but that said: they may still fit. I cant remembernow, but Bert will probably know.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Posts made and opinions expressed are those of the individual forum members

Use of the Forum is subject to the Terms and Conditions

Disclaimer

The opinions expressed on this site are not necessarily those of the Club, who shall have no liability in respect of them or the accuracy of the content. The Club assumes no responsibility for any effects arising from errors or omissions.

Porsche Club Great Britain gives no warranties, guarantees or assurances and makes no representations or recommendations regarding any goods or services advertised on this site. It is the responsibility of visitors to satisfy themselves that goods and/or services supplied by any advertiser are bona fide and in no instance can the Porsche Club Great Britain be held responsible.

When responding to advertisements please ensure that you satisfy yourself of any applicable call charges on numbers not prefixed by usual "landline" STD Codes. Information can be obtained from the operator or the white pages. Before giving out ANY information regarding cars, or any other items for sale, please satisfy yourself that any potential purchaser is bona fide.

Directors of the Board of Porsche Club GB, Club Office Staff, Register Secretaries and Regional Organisers are often requested by Club members to provide information on matters connected with their cars and other matters referred to in the Club Rules. Such information, advice and assistance provided by such persons is given in good faith and is based on the personal experience and knowledge of the individual concerned.

Neither Porsche Club GB, nor any of the aforementioned, shall be under any liability in respect of any such information, advice or assistance given to members. Members are advised to consult qualified specialists for information, advice and assistance on matters connected with their cars at all times.

Porsche
Lockton
Pirelli
Officially approved
Oracle Finance
WEX Esso
Collecting Cars
Back
Top