suspension Problems
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I put in new shocks and Turbo Tire Rod ends in my 89 911. When I had it realigned the shop said that there was movement in the strut on both front sides (Boge with Boge inserts) and that it should be looked at. I was wondering if anyone out there has any Ideas on where to look first? any input would be appreciated. Also I ended up with a mixed set of shocks KYB in the back and boge in the front (Don't Ask it really hurts) and I was wondering if there is any implications to this setup?
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Hi Dan:
As you know, its quite challenging to definitively troublshoot something like this from afar, but if your mechanic found side-play in the struts after he installed new inserts, I'd suggest its time for a change.
Although you might not wish to hear this, I must honestly tell you that Boge's and KYB's would not be anything that I would recommend or install. KYB's are simply,......harsh, without control. Terrrible things, IMHO. Boges are simply short lived.
If your struts are worn, I'd suggest a set of Bilstein struts and rear shocks to make a quantum difference.
You get what you pay for and this stuff is first-rate.
As you know, its quite challenging to definitively troublshoot something like this from afar, but if your mechanic found side-play in the struts after he installed new inserts, I'd suggest its time for a change.
Although you might not wish to hear this, I must honestly tell you that Boge's and KYB's would not be anything that I would recommend or install. KYB's are simply,......harsh, without control. Terrrible things, IMHO. Boges are simply short lived.
If your struts are worn, I'd suggest a set of Bilstein struts and rear shocks to make a quantum difference.
You get what you pay for and this stuff is first-rate.
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Thanks Steve, I did the Labour myself and actually went in to purchase Bilsteins but got talked out of it against my better judgment. After a few hours of frustration on the fronts I discovered that the inserts I had were for pre 84 Carrerra's! Hence now having Boge in the front. So I guess I am going to go have a talk with the supplier.
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