NON EXTERNAL RESV SHOCK UPGRADE
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NON EXTERNAL RESV SHOCK UPGRADE
After trying a 2022 I am back to a 2017 G63 which oddly I like more and my pocket liked even better.
I see a lot of Fox or King shock upgrades but was curious if anyone has tried Koni or Bilstein direct bolt in shocks? Am I missing one? I just want a more composed ride and don't want to constantly fiddle or cut anything? 2017 G63
I see a lot of Fox or King shock upgrades but was curious if anyone has tried Koni or Bilstein direct bolt in shocks? Am I missing one? I just want a more composed ride and don't want to constantly fiddle or cut anything? 2017 G63
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Bilstein B4 are the OEM replacements and the B46 are slightly stiffer. Both won't really net you any improvement in ride quality. I've heard good things about the Koni Raid shocks as making for a more comfortable ride, but have no personal experience. JackWagon Overlanding would be a good resource to bounce ideas off of. The reservoir shocks from Fox, King, and Bilstein are good, but for an added price and added complexity during installation. KW also makes one with adjustable damping that can work with the OE system but those are also pricey.
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Built 2008 G55 & one big 80 Series LandCruiser !
I had Fox's on my '13 G63.... and have run Icons, Kings and ADV's on my landcruiser builds.... that said - on my current G55 build Jack suggested the Koni Raids as an option.... and Im truly impressed so far... I have them set in "med" and they're much like the fox's in uteterly changing the ride quality.... wider offset of tires and a bit more sidewall also help.
Worth considering in my mind - and I rarely do a budget option.... jack can walk you thur the best options for your use case.
cheers
Worth considering in my mind - and I rarely do a budget option.... jack can walk you thur the best options for your use case.
cheers
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After trying a 2022 I am back to a 2017 G63 which oddly I like more and my pocket liked even better.
I see a lot of Fox or King shock upgrades but was curious if anyone has tried Koni or Bilstein direct bolt in shocks? Am I missing one? I just want a more composed ride and don't want to constantly fiddle or cut anything? 2017 G63
I see a lot of Fox or King shock upgrades but was curious if anyone has tried Koni or Bilstein direct bolt in shocks? Am I missing one? I just want a more composed ride and don't want to constantly fiddle or cut anything? 2017 G63
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