On 12 Mar 2008 at 19:11, Mike S <mikes@FLATSURFACE.COM> wrote:

> Konis are adjustable, which is useful on a Westy, since you need them
> stiffer to start. (No one makes Westy/non-Westy specific shocks.)
> Adjustability also helps over time, as the shocks wear.

Any tips on where to find them? Looks like they are about $425/set vs $300/set for the
Bilstein HDs.

> I have also heard anecdotal evidence that getting the lifetime warranty
> honored is MUCH easier with Koni than with Bilstein.

This is interesting... since I'm replacing my KYB 'lifetime warranty' units, which I can't get
warrantied due to the dealer closing up. (Bowwow).

Shawn Wright
http://members.shaw.ca/vwdiesels
'88 Westy 1.6TD 5 speed
'85 Jetta Diesel 1.6NA