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Bilstein front shocks in patrol

Posted: Sun Jul 31, 2011 2:09 am
by sir_142
Hey guys looking at possibly running some Bilstein 5125/5150 in the front of my patrol. Question is what valving suit a patrol? I have found some 255/70 valved shocks, how will these be on my gq swb 4.2 petrol? I'll either make new mounts to suit eye to eye setup or run pin to eye adaptors. Any help appreciated
Alex

Re: Bilstein front shocks in patrol

Posted: Sun Jul 31, 2011 2:13 am
by sir_142
Also found some 298/36???

Re: Bilstein front shocks in patrol

Posted: Sun Jul 31, 2011 9:10 am
by pigletracing
Im running TJM XGS GOLD SHOCKS, I have tested them in comps all round AUS
They have German Valving & a 3 year warrinty, Ive flogged the living sh!t out of them
for years & they are still working fine.
WATCH THIS FOOTAGE OF SOME OF MY EARLY TESTING http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cf475_Yy3F4" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
they RRP for $169 each but at TJM UNDERWOOD all forum members get a discount on all TJM PRODUCTS
## FORUM PRICE = $119 each (there not a bilsten,but would be an inexpensive hard core/touring alternative)
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Re: Bilstein front shocks in patrol

Posted: Mon Aug 01, 2011 5:45 pm
by sir_142
Any one?

Re: Bilstein front shocks in patrol

Posted: Mon Aug 01, 2011 5:59 pm
by SIM79
sir_142 wrote:Any one?
Have you done a search?

Re: Bilstein front shocks in patrol

Posted: Tue Aug 02, 2011 2:01 pm
by Suspension Stuff
The first is way too soft.

I need more details on the 298/36?? These are not real figures but if it is 2980/3600 then it will be too soft on rebound and too firm on compression. If the 36 stands for 360 then way to soft on compression.

By the way TJM suck compared to Bilstein remote reservoir. Matt Moore now has them on his GU.

Where is TJM in underwood?

Re: Bilstein front shocks in patrol

Posted: Tue Aug 02, 2011 10:37 pm
by sir_142
Thanks for the help mate, just looking at taking advantage of the US dollar and buying a couple thing from the states. Thought maybe I could get some bilsteins for the front of the shorty... Just hard because they don't have patrols over there

Re: Bilstein front shocks in patrol

Posted: Wed Aug 03, 2011 1:37 am
by pigletracing
Suspension Stuff wrote:The first is way too soft.

I need more details on the 298/36?? These are not real figures but if it is 2980/3600 then it will be too soft on rebound and too firm on compression. If the 36 stands for 360 then way to soft on compression.

By the way TJM suck compared to Bilstein remote reservoir. Matt Moore now has them on his GU.

Where is TJM in underwood?
SHANE !!! your the smart arse that knows it all but still hasnt done done it !!! If you can read, I wasnt comparing them to the BILSTEIN, I was offering him an alternative, inexpensive product that I know works because I have tested them & I even put the video footage up to prove it. as know one else could offer him any help. YOUR SO SMART , YOU DONT EVEN KNOW WHATS IN YOUR OWN SUBURB !!!!
TJM UNDERWOOD FITTING & SELLING SUSPENSION EVERY WEEK :finger:

Re: Bilstein front shocks in patrol

Posted: Wed Aug 03, 2011 4:02 am
by Suspension Stuff
I didn't mean to offend you but it sometimes can't be helped. In a thread titled, "Bilstein front shocks in Patrol" a comparison is naturally made whether intended or not.

I have been re-valving and setting up the remote reservoir Bilsteins to bolt into the Patrol and I have spent enough money on this to know what valving is not going to work. I have them for sale on my web site for those who are interested in a bolt in solution.

Re: Bilstein front shocks in patrol

Posted: Wed Aug 03, 2011 4:06 am
by Suspension Stuff
sir_142 wrote:Thanks for the help mate, just looking at taking advantage of the US dollar and buying a couple thing from the states. Thought maybe I could get some bilsteins for the front of the shorty... Just hard because they don't have patrols over there
For $200 each I could sell you a 5100 Bilstein that is 600mm extend or 550mm with the ideal valving that will bolt in and yes I get them from the USA in pretty silver.

Re: Bilstein front shocks in patrol

Posted: Wed Aug 03, 2011 8:23 am
by sir_142
Thanks heaps mate I'll be in touch

Re: Bilstein front shocks in patrol

Posted: Wed Aug 03, 2011 11:46 am
by Lawrence
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Re: Bilstein front shocks in patrol

Posted: Thu Aug 04, 2011 8:25 am
by sir_142
Cheers mate

Re: Bilstein front shocks in patrol

Posted: Fri Aug 05, 2011 7:36 pm
by SuperiorEngineering
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Mick

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