Aftermarket shocks, need shorter/stiffer than oem.

[LiamR172]

Hi all..

As ive got lowering springs on the clio, the shocks are under a fair bit of stress.

Ive already replaced the rear but they are leaking again. Lasted less than 10k.

Im just wondering if theres any other shocks i could go for that SHOULD last a bit longer?

Its a non cup 172, so would 172 cup shocks do the job? I believe they are slightly stiffer than normal ones?

Thanks

 

[Addicted]

I think the cup shocks are slightly smaller as well aren't they? So will be better on smallers springs?

iirc ofc.

 

[Badgerman85]

you could always try the adjustable rear koni's out if you feel like parting with the better part of £200!

 

[LiamR172]

you could always try the adjustable rear koni's out if you feel like parting with the better part of £200!

The price is a bit much for me at the moment as i need a few other parts aswell.

Can anyone confirm if the 172 cup shocks will be better for me?

Thanks

 

[yeecup]

Cup shocks are v.good

 

[LiamR172]

F it.. think ill go for them!

Will be an improvement over. Standard anyways!

 

[DannyR]

Cup shocks are the same as non cup rears, it hasn't changed from the other thread to this one. They share the same part number. Only fronts are different.

 

[LiamR172]

Sorry danny, didnt see your latest post in that thread.

So, one person saying they are different and another saying they are the same? :s

 

[DannyR]

Same part number

 

[LiamR172]

What other options do i have apart from the Konis then?

 

[LiamR172]

What other options do i have apart from tve Konis then?

 

[tarmacmuncher]

What other options do i have apart from tve Konis then?

Have a look at fk high tec shocks ? i have them ( i know its a 1.2 ) and its a suprising decent ride and im lowered 60mm