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sjhotz Samba Member
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Posted: Wed Aug 30, 2017 10:46 am Post subject: Shock Absorber OE (Front & Rear) TTS opinions? |
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Anyone had any experience with TheThingShop's SHOCK ABSORBER OE (Front & Rear)? I'd like to replace my old KYB's and not sure Koni's are worth the cost.
The pricing is very attractive unless they are just as stiff as KYB's.
My Thanks,
-sjhotz _________________ BAY PRIDE!
74 Thing
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sickvwguy Samba Member
Joined: September 25, 2007 Posts: 18 Location: Hesperia,Ca
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Posted: Wed Aug 30, 2017 3:14 pm Post subject: Re: SHOCK ABSORBER OE (Front & Rear) TTS opinions? |
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I just installed the TTS front shocks on my 71', I have only driven it a little bit due to the brakes being super spongy, but first thoughts are that they are a nice ride and look to be a quality product. Again I have not had much seat time as of yet but so far so good! |
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74 Thing Samba Member
Joined: September 02, 2004 Posts: 7394
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Posted: Wed Aug 30, 2017 5:11 pm Post subject: Re: SHOCK ABSORBER OE (Front & Rear) TTS opinions? |
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Koni red shocks are the best item I ever added to my car. |
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guppysoup Samba Member
Joined: June 07, 2003 Posts: 387 Location: Jalisco, Mexico
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Posted: Thu Aug 31, 2017 9:15 am Post subject: Re: Shock Absorber OE (Front & Rear) TTS opinions? |
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I replaced my KYB gas adjust with Bilsteins. What a difference! 1000% better ride. Those KYBs where hard riding SOBs. _________________ 1973 Thing/Safari
1985 Bug/Vocho wanna be class 11
2014 Amarok TDI 4x4 |
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911pickup Samba Member
Joined: March 06, 2004 Posts: 625 Location: Near Goats on the Roof
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Posted: Fri Sep 01, 2017 12:56 pm Post subject: Re: Shock Absorber OE (Front & Rear) TTS opinions? |
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Can't go wrong with either the Konis or the Bilsteins. |
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mondshine Samba Member
Joined: October 27, 2006 Posts: 2770 Location: The World's Motor Capital
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Posted: Fri Sep 01, 2017 3:33 pm Post subject: Re: Shock Absorber OE (Front & Rear) TTS opinions? |
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I have Bilstein shock absorbers on my 181.
B46-620 Front
B46-034 Rear
The front shock mount kits are required, at least for the specified shock absorbers.
Good luck, Mondshine |
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sjhotz Samba Member
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Posted: Fri Sep 01, 2017 11:12 pm Post subject: Re: Shock Absorber OE (Front & Rear) TTS opinions? |
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I have Koni's on my 72 Bus and am aware of they're impressive adjustability and ride, no argument there. The Billsteins also have a sterling reputation and truthfully there is not much price difference between them and Koni's. So most likely I'll opt for Koni's if it's between them and the KYB's, yet the price point of TTS OE shocks at $45.00 each is extremely tempting!
sickvwguy, I am very interested in your further impressions once you have an opportunity to post them (post spongy brake repair of course)! _________________ BAY PRIDE!
74 Thing
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911pickup Samba Member
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Posted: Sun Sep 03, 2017 2:32 pm Post subject: Re: Shock Absorber OE (Front & Rear) TTS opinions? |
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I like the Konis because they're adjustable.
I had a set on my Porsche 356 replica. I set the rears on 3/4 hard, because of the extra weight of the engine, and the fronts on 1/4 hard, because there is little weight over the front end.
Worked great for me. The back end didn't move around as much, and the front end was firm, but nowhere near as harsh as most gas shocks. |
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kubelmann Samba Member
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sjhotz Samba Member
Joined: May 12, 2007 Posts: 468
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Posted: Fri Sep 08, 2017 12:31 am Post subject: Re: Shock Absorber OE (Front & Rear) TTS opinions? |
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OK! Time to take a risk!
Once again, I am aware of how awesome people think the Billsteins are. I am also aware of the advantages of Koni's (personal experience).
What I asked about and really need to hear is opinions about TTS's OE shocks. Please don't misunderstand, I completely agree with all your evaluations everyone. But none of them answers my question as to whether TTS shocks are a viable alternative.
/commence rage replies....
-sjhotz _________________ BAY PRIDE!
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GMByers Samba Member
Joined: December 07, 2008 Posts: 642 Location: Retired in NW PA
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Posted: Fri Sep 08, 2017 10:22 am Post subject: Re: Shock Absorber OE (Front & Rear) TTS opinions? |
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I purchased and installed TTS shocks this summer. Have yet to drive my Thing since. _________________ And then there were two...downsized to 83 Doka &
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