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Gaz Shock Absorbers On An S111a


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Guest Dave Pickett

I am looking at replacing the zimerides with gaz shock absorbers on my s111a prior to going up to 15" wheels. Has anyone else put these shock absorbers on and if so what difference do they make. Anyone know the part numbers (ie length of the the shocks open and closed?) Any help appreciated!!

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I put "SPAX" shockers on my mark 3, after one of the Zimmerframe ones exploded into pieces on me. Just take your shockers off, then measure the open & closed lengths so as to quote to the supplier. I had the front suspension modified to make it a better ride (let's not go into that!) but I am told that 130 lb springs give a good ride on the front. (9" long x 1.85" dia......I think) the rear springs can vary, RH fitted a couple of different types (that I know of) but the same rule applies, check the open & closed lengths, and get something to match. Again 1.875" dia..........I think, but I couldn't get shockers to take 9" springs, so went for 11" springs instead at 170 lbs. They are OK on the motorway, or 2 up, but a little harsh when only 1 up. That's with 185 / 60 x 14" tyres.

Also watch the bolt sizes for the "eye" fittings, the zimmerframe ones are AF, and all others are metric (or vicer-versa, whatever, they aren't the same!)

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