Re: Can front shocks be reconditioned?

Charlie Money wrote:
> A quick update - I rang around and was surprised at how cheap
> replacement units are (how often can you say that?). I've only ever
> bought motorcycle shock absorbers previously, and they tend to be very
> expensive, so I started off thinking that each shock would be about
> £400.
> 
> In fact the OEM shock works out at £63.33 + VAT and the spring £49.53
> + VAT. In the end I went for aftermarket KYB shocks, and have got both
> front shocks and springs for £185 incl VAT and delivery. £185 I could
> do without spending, but still pleasantly surprised. About 2 hours to
> fit apparently, and as I use my local garage rather than an offical
> dealer, I should get away with under £300 total.

And you probably didn't need the springs either.  Are you *sure* your 
undertray is OK (no, I'm not trying to ruin your day)

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