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speedyxjs - 13/2/07 at 06:44 PM

Saw this
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/4-coilover-shock-absorbers-with-springs-locost-kitcar_W0QQitemZ220080446524QQihZ012QQcategoryZ100921QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmd ZViewItem
It says they are suitable for a 1300 locost
Does anyone know the weights of the 1300 xflow and a 3.2 aj16 engine and would these shocks be ok for aj16.
If not where can i find some that would be suitable?


Chippy - 13/2/07 at 10:50 PM

Hi, not sure what an aj16 engine is, or how much it weighs, but the shocks could be used. I would think that if the engine is heavy then you will need to fit harder front springs, at least. I have the Ford V6 2.9i fitted, and my front springs are 350lbs. I think that 2ltr pinto uses around 200lbs, (not sure on that). The only comment I would make about the units advertised, is that they are not damping adjustable, which "could" be a problem. But then you pays yer money and takes yer choise. HTH Ray.


Jasper - 16/2/07 at 02:58 PM

You might wanna post this in the right section - you may get more response......


speedyxjs - 18/2/07 at 03:02 PM

I know sorry i didnt realise until id already posted


flak monkey - 18/2/07 at 03:10 PM

They are the GTS tuning adjustable shocks. They are a bargain at £150.

David