Koni rebuilds
03-17-2008, 12:53 AM
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If they are real Koni's it was worth it. Pay for shipping from FL to AZ and you can use my stock struts while yours are out. After that, you can put them on ebay and we'll split the profit.
azbanks and I have had some serious OT disputes, so he probably has me on ignore. However, he's a 951 guy who needs a hand, so someone quote my post so he can read it...even If I do still thinks he's nutz!
azbanks and I have had some serious OT disputes, so he probably has me on ignore. However, he's a 951 guy who needs a hand, so someone quote my post so he can read it...even If I do still thinks he's nutz!
I wouldn't ignore you. What fun would life be without a few friendly disagreements. I just don't want you to get in trouble with the wrong people for helping me out.
If I was in a rush, I'd take you up on this right now but there's a bunch of guys here in phoenix that I haven't spoken with about this yet. I'm sure I can come up with a local set when the time comes.
I really do appreciate the offer. I'll keep it in mind.
04-09-2008, 06:08 PM
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Just got a note from Koni that my shocks should be done by today (Wednesday). Looks like you have to bother them enough to keep their attention on your shocks. Paul said that they have been working 6 days a week since January, and are still way behind.
Still don't know yet what the $$$ hit is, but at least I will be up and running with M030 suspension soon
Cheers,
Keith
Still don't know yet what the $$$ hit is, but at least I will be up and running with M030 suspension soon
Cheers,
Keith
04-10-2008, 01:31 AM
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do the stock 951s's koni's have a lifetime warranty?
even if I am the fourth owner?
04-11-2008, 01:04 AM
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The deal for free rebuilds is ONLY good for retail sales. OEM shocks/struts are not covered. You can still get them rebuilt, but they only get a 90 day warranty.
Makes more sense to get new inserts from Pelican/Paragon, and then have those rebuilt for free if they go bad, IMO.
Cheers,
Keith
Makes more sense to get new inserts from Pelican/Paragon, and then have those rebuilt for free if they go bad, IMO.
Cheers,
Keith
04-11-2008, 02:09 AM
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The front adjustable coil-over Koni struts on my 89 Turbo S are at Truechoice right now being rebuilt. I guess this is the M030 suspension--the height adjustable Konis?
They arrived Monday and when I called they said it would be 3 weeks to rebuild..
Since I don't have an extra set, my car is sitting on blocks. I've decided this weekend to pull the rears as well and send those in on Monday so I don't have to wait with the car on blocks ANOTHER 3 weeks to get those rebuilt.
They arrived Monday and when I called they said it would be 3 weeks to rebuild..
Since I don't have an extra set, my car is sitting on blocks. I've decided this weekend to pull the rears as well and send those in on Monday so I don't have to wait with the car on blocks ANOTHER 3 weeks to get those rebuilt.
04-11-2008, 10:24 AM
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The front adjustable coil-over Koni struts on my 89 Turbo S are at Truechoice right now being rebuilt. I guess this is the M030 suspension--the height adjustable Konis?
They arrived Monday and when I called they said it would be 3 weeks to rebuild..
Since I don't have an extra set, my car is sitting on blocks. I've decided this weekend to pull the rears as well and send those in on Monday so I don't have to wait with the car on blocks ANOTHER 3 weeks to get those rebuilt.
They arrived Monday and when I called they said it would be 3 weeks to rebuild..
Since I don't have an extra set, my car is sitting on blocks. I've decided this weekend to pull the rears as well and send those in on Monday so I don't have to wait with the car on blocks ANOTHER 3 weeks to get those rebuilt.
Keith
04-11-2008, 06:21 PM
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I didn't ask about a guarantee though.
Since have the M030 suspension, can I just get a set of crappy stock rear shocks for any 944 and bolt those on while the Koni's get rebuilt?
Do any 924/944 rear's fit the Turbo S?
04-11-2008, 09:41 PM
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I think that the other shocks in the rear should bolt up OK.
I just got the bill today: $805 for the 4, including return shipping..... Would have definitely been cheaper to go aftermarket.
Sounds like your rebuild is pretty much the same cost, too.
I would check in to what the warranty is - that might sway others one direction or another.
Back on topic: AZBanks, looks like my struts will be available in the next couple weeks
Keith
I just got the bill today: $805 for the 4, including return shipping..... Would have definitely been cheaper to go aftermarket.
Sounds like your rebuild is pretty much the same cost, too.
I would check in to what the warranty is - that might sway others one direction or another.
Back on topic: AZBanks, looks like my struts will be available in the next couple weeks
Keith
05-29-2008, 02:16 AM
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UPDATE FOR THOSE INTERESTED
I just got my struts last week from TrueChoice. So they took about 5-6 weeks to rebuild, that's without any badgering on my part.
They charged me $380 including new bump stops at $16 each. The only complaint I have is that they broke one of the plastic wear sensor bracket things. I can't find one only for sale either. Anyone know where to get this?
I also need new dust boots but I'm not about to pay $60+ for 2 new ones. Anyone know of a cheaper source for these than 944online?
Is a new upper strut mount really $400?
I think that the other shocks in the rear should bolt up OK.
I just got the bill today: $805 for the 4, including return shipping..... Would have definitely been cheaper to go aftermarket.
Sounds like your rebuild is pretty much the same cost, too.
I would check in to what the warranty is - that might sway others one direction or another.
Back on topic: AZBanks, looks like my struts will be available in the next couple weeks
Keith
I just got the bill today: $805 for the 4, including return shipping..... Would have definitely been cheaper to go aftermarket.
Sounds like your rebuild is pretty much the same cost, too.
I would check in to what the warranty is - that might sway others one direction or another.
Back on topic: AZBanks, looks like my struts will be available in the next couple weeks
Keith
They charged me $380 including new bump stops at $16 each. The only complaint I have is that they broke one of the plastic wear sensor bracket things. I can't find one only for sale either. Anyone know where to get this?
I also need new dust boots but I'm not about to pay $60+ for 2 new ones. Anyone know of a cheaper source for these than 944online?
Is a new upper strut mount really $400?