Rear ABS Sensors (182 ESP)

[Matt182!]

Hi all, having a bit of a problem sourcing both rear ABS Sensors for my 182 after having to forcefully remove the original ones....

I've researched that the TRISCAN sensors (8180 25205 and 8180 25204) and KTEC sensors are meant to be the best options, however:

• I ordered the shorter (Left Hand Rear) TRISCAN sensor from AUTODOC and it got instantly replaced with the STARK variant (which I understand is Autodoc’s own make?), even though the TRISCAN ones were stated as being “in stock”. Therefore, I sent it back.

• Then tried getting the longer (Right Hand Rear) TRISCAN sensor from EBAY and again was sent a different brand (BREMI) to what I purchased, so sent it back.

• Contacted KTEC who said that they can supply sensors but only in 2 to 3 weeks.

Getting a bit frustrating ordering one thing and getting sent something completely different. Wondering if TRISCAN are even making these sensors anymore?

Just wondering if anyone has experience with any alternative sensors that they know will fit and be reliable? I’ve read quite a few posts of aftermarket sensors not working with the ESP system. I’ve seen a seller advertising both sides of DELPHI sensors if anyone has any experience with these? Or, if anyone knows what brand of sensors KTEC supplies? (obviously they’re quite secretive about it)

Many thanks.

 

[Daz...]

I’ve had the Stark NSR sensor fitted for a year now and have had no issues whatsoever with it. Covered just under 6k miles in that time.

 

[Matt182!]

I’ve had the Stark NSR sensor fitted for a year now and have had no issues whatsoever with it. Covered just under 6k miles in that time.

Many thanks for the reply, maybe I should've kept the stark sensor then!

It's reassuring that they seem reliable so they're definitely an option. Just didn't want to rebuild everything and then find out the sensors didn't work!

 

[Mr Underhill]

My two rear sensors are made by Stark. Relatively new to the market but high-quality parts made in Germany.

 

[Daz...]

Many thanks for the reply, maybe I should've kept the stark sensor then!

It's reassuring that they seem reliable so they're definitely an option. Just didn't want to rebuild everything and then find out the sensors didn't work!

I didn’t have a choice as it was in for its MOT, but as luck would have it it’s been decent.

 

[Matt182!]

My two rear sensors are made by Stark. Relatively new to the market but high-quality parts made in Germany. Ridex are the same parts.

Many thanks for the reply .

Seems like Stark are probably one of the best options for the rear abs sensors then, with Triscan seemingly being unavailable. I was just annoyed that I ordered one thing and got sent something different, but I probably should've kept it in hindsight...

Thanks both

 

[Mr Underhill]

Many thanks for the reply .

Seems like Stark are probably one of the best options for the rear abs sensors then, with Triscan seemingly being unavailable. I was just annoyed that I ordered one thing and got sent something different, but I probably should've kept it in hindsight...

Thanks both

This seems to be the trend with older cars, unfortunately. A combination of demand, opportunity, and interest means these parts will be manufactured by a variety of companies. I think TRISCAN are a Danish company with a German manufacturing base. Better than being made in China though lol

 

[JamesBryan]

Think i got a Ridex one for my driver's side rear, but they're all pretty similar on Autodoc.

 

[Mr Underhill]

Think i got a Ridex one for my driver's side rear, but they're all pretty similar on Autodoc.

When I was looking into Stark a while back, before I bought the rear sensors, I noticed the STARK CEO had a ridex.com email address. Probably just a cheaper alternative like Motrio or Value Parts as they're now known.