KrazyKorean

Ok so the front left shock went out, its dropped to the ground and makes a leaking/squeaking sound.

1. Now is there a possibility the air hose could be loose or leaky?

2. If it is the shock, then when I replace it is it straight forward like a normal shock assembly. Few nuts on top, one bolt on the bottom and disconnect the air hose? No special tools needed?

3. I plan on buying the Arnott replacement, it seems like the best deal, unless someone knows somewhere better.


Thanks!

berti_00

You might as well do the other side too while your at it... mine went out a month or so ago, replaced with Arnott they been amazing

sufyaanahmed

Do coil over conversion I just did mine last week never been happier

AgSilver

Install a complete set of Arnott air springs for less than the cost of a coil-over conversion and you will have all the advantages of the Airmatic system (with a lifetime warranty) and excellent handling qualities. If you want a road racer, get a Porsche. That said, the addition of toe-links, lowering about 1", balancing the car, KMACS and lightweight rotors make an enormous improvement in handling qualities. After a few turns in my backyard playground (The Nordschleife) I can assure you that you will be impressed.

berti_00

^^^^^^ +1111111

KrazyKorean

I don't really want to do the coilovers I like having the airmatic

The other side was replaced from the prior owner so no need to do that one yet.

So I'm assuming swapping out the strut is straight forward.

MAN55LE

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KrazyKorean

Found the DIY and took out the shock in like25 mins. So far so good now just waiting for my new shock tomorrow.

But I found this sensor thing, wasn't connected to anything and I looked around and couldn't see where it would go. Anyone have ideas?

KrazyKorean

Another

FromM3toE55

that's outside temp sensor

KrazyKorean

Ahhh I had a hunch it might be that. I guess I just zip tie it somewhere so it doesn't move around.

hank55

i found that sensor too and just ziptied it to the fog light wire. pretty sweet that your doing it yourself, pretty straight forward i take it.

KrazyKorean

Yea it was pretty easy to remove, off have my arnott tomorrow. Should go as smooth.

TonyC

genius. this ended up being cheaper than from Arnott directly, I assume?

MAN55LE

yes was cheaper than Arnott directly and easy to get my core charge $

KrazyKorean

Yup cost me 350 bucks shipped. Plus I got a 50 dollar credit in a few weeks to use on advanced auto. So technically I spent 300 bucks. Great deal.