rosenfe

94 coupe. I don’t see how to access the top of struts to adjust, unless there is no access and they need to be removed for adjusting

rosenfe

Koni

Yogii

I was told that you need to remove the rear wheel to do so.
That is what has me leaning toward Bilsteins when the time comes.

-Yogii
AKA 968 Novice

jsheiry

Rear Koni sport shocks need to be removed from car to adjust. Open them up all the way, remove the rubber bump stop in there, then compress all the way so you can twist for adjustment when completely compressed.

cgfen

that sounds like a challenging design

Yogii

You can say that again!

-Yogii
AKA 968 Novice

joselopez373772

Open the Hood or Trunk: Gain access to the area where the strut mounts are located.
Remove Any Obstructing Panels: Take off any covers or trim that might be in the way.
Locate Adjustment Points: Identify the bolts or adjustment points on the strut mounts.
Adjust Accordingly: Make the necessary adjustments.
Reassemble and Check Alignment: Reinstall any removed parts and check the vehicle’s alignment.

chudson

I don’t know what this poster is referring to, but this is absolutely incorrect for the rear original equipment Koni shocks on the 968s with the optional M030 suspension and for Koni (aftermarket) sport shocks. John’s statement in post 4 is the correct and only procedure.

As to the 968 that does not have the optional M030 suspension, there are no adjustments front or rear. Also only the fronts are struts. The rear are conventional shock absorbers.

Cliff

Yogii

Considering all the issues, are Koni Shocks really worth it? I have heard that the Bilsteins do an excellent job. Now if you have the OEM MO3O suspension...
I will be needing to replace, one of these days...

-Yogii
AKA 968 Novice

chudson

It’s all in what you desire. One of my street cars has M030 and I never touch the adjustments - who would ever need to in order to drive the street? On the other hand, my MCS system gets tweaked often because it’s a dedicated track car and you’re always tweaking the car for the conditions at the time.

A lot of people go way overboard purchasing equipment that the car will never benefit from on the street, but it makes them feel better. I’ve also been there and done that…

Cliff

Yogii

Cliff,

I only have one 968. I did two HPDE days this year. I hope to do this most years. However, I also drive on some pretty poor roads. One of my passengers once said," It rides harsh but not unpleasantly so."
I want to keep this! While I do not have a MO3O suspension, I do have the thicker sway bars, lowered springs, LDS and 17" wheels. If the Koni rears were as easily adjustable as the fronts, that would be my choice, but they are not.

Anyway, I still have some time.

-Yogii
AKA 968 novice

PS I feel the shifter long throws and "only 240 HP" slow me down. No complaints about handling, NONE.

walfreyydo

Multiple ways to adjust the Koni's depending on the style you have. This video explains them all

chudson

The above video is absolutely correct. But unless someone can lead us to a link showing some Koni that I am not aware of, for our cars Koni only offers “external ****” dampers on the front and “compress to adjust” dampers on the rear.

Cliff

mj951

Koni 3012's fit the rear of our cars and I believe the rebound adjustment can be made while installed.
They are double adjustable.
Paragon Products use to carry them but no longer. I'm pretty sure they're still available either direct from Koni or another supplier.

chudson

Awesome! Perhaps that will help Yogi with his decision. I’ve been involved with these cars since 2009 and do not remember hearing of these. I don’t even remember Jason mentioning them during our many suspension conversations. I’ll have to ask him the next time we talk. Thanks again.

Cliff