Ronin 09 Posted October 16, 2004 Share Posted October 16, 2004 I bought some second hand coilovers, and just installed them. One of the rears is noisy (play in the up-down axis of the shock shaft into the shock body) and clunks (not happy)... So, I need to get this one rebuilt - who can suggest where and how much? I remember reading about some place in QLD at around 60 bucks, but can't find the thread using search... Pls help, have a track day sunday 24th oct, so would like to get it done before then Cheers Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Kemps Posted October 16, 2004 Share Posted October 16, 2004 if u need parts replaced then depends which brand they are. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1053049 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin 09 Posted October 16, 2004 Author Share Posted October 16, 2004 They are Kei Office... apparently rebadged another more common brand but i don't know which Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1053209 Share on other sites More sharing options...
boj01 Posted October 16, 2004 Share Posted October 16, 2004 Marcus, Ring: THE SHOCK ABSORBER RECONDITIONERS Unit 1/ 18 Aranda St Slacks Creek 4127 (07) 3808 2455 They have recently changed hands to new owners, but their good service should still be the same. I don't think it is as cheap as $60, I think its more like $130 per shock (but thats for a complete rebuild and being resleeved) for the bill I got. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1053249 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin 09 Posted October 16, 2004 Author Share Posted October 16, 2004 Thanks Chris hope they can do it... and hold that motor for me I should really change my sig bah can't be bothered Are there some shocks that can't be rebuilt? hope these aren't that kind Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1053252 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydneykid Posted October 16, 2004 Share Posted October 16, 2004 I bought some second hand coilovers, and just installed them.One of the rears is noisy (play in the up-down axis of the shock shaft into the shock body) and clunks (not happy)... So, I need to get this one rebuilt - who can suggest where and how much? I remember reading about some place in QLD at around 60 bucks, but can't find the thread using search... Pls help, have a track day sunday 24th oct, so would like to get it done before then Cheers Always rebuild shocks in pairs, it is not good to have a new one in one side and an old one in the other. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1053687 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin 09 Posted October 17, 2004 Author Share Posted October 17, 2004 Always rebuild shocks in pairs, it is not good to have a new one in one side and an old one in the other. Thanks for that Sydneykid... in your experience, can most jap specs shockers be rebuilt? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1053719 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydneykid Posted October 17, 2004 Share Posted October 17, 2004 Thanks for that Sydneykid... in your experience, can most jap specs shockers be rebuilt? Some can, some can't, it is easy to check though. On the top of the shock body there is a cap (the shaft goes through it) that has to be removed if they are serviceable. If the cap has a hex head, or slots, or holes so it can be turned, then they are serviceable. If it has no way of turning it then it is not serviceable. Hope that is of some help:cheers: Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1053737 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin 09 Posted October 17, 2004 Author Share Posted October 17, 2004 They're on the car now, but I remember that there are four holes in the top of the shock body (the end where where the shaft comes out) but can't remember if there are hex bolts down there... by the sound of what you've said, that whole cap can be pulled off and serviced. Thanks for your help, will keep you posted. Hopefully the shockreco place can turn them over by friday Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1053741 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris32 Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Dunno if it too late or not, but I had my two rear Quantum shocks reo'd by the place in QLD $138.50 each, and they work as good as new Chris Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1058665 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin 09 Posted October 20, 2004 Author Share Posted October 20, 2004 They're at shockreco right now... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1059011 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris32 Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 cool Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1059018 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trust33 Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 www.shockreco.com.au is good.... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1059821 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin 09 Posted October 20, 2004 Author Share Posted October 20, 2004 OK, so the run down is thus: *Speak to Peter @ Shockreco Monday. Tells me that he should be able to turn them around inside of a day, as long as they don't need parts etc. *Monday night, pull out rear coilovers. *Tuesday lunchtime, despatch via 'Pack Send' guaranteed next day 9AM delivery. *Wednesday 8.01AM package arrives at Shockreco. *Wednesday arvo - talk to Peter, tells me one shaft is knastered. Will need a whole new insert. Trying to source an adjustable (Koni) or non-adjustable Boge. *Wednesday 4:50 - marcus gives up getting shock back by Friday for weekend track day. Peter calls, tells me he can get the Koni adjustables first thing Thurs morning. Will need some machining work to fit to the shock body, but he is confident that he will have both shocks done ready to go out by lunchtime Thursday... $290ea fitted, but in essence i get a set of new koni adjustable coilovers We wait... So far, nothing but excellent service. Peter has spent alot of time and effort to turn my shocks around so quickly. Update tomorrow. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1060039 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin 09 Posted October 21, 2004 Author Share Posted October 21, 2004 Update: Done this morning, sent out at lunch time. Will be back in my mitts COB tomorrow highly recommend their express service / efforts to source new inserts and put my shocks back together so quickly. Should be official SAU shock rebuilders Cheers to the Shockabsorber Reconditioners!! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1061239 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin 09 Posted December 20, 2004 Author Share Posted December 20, 2004 Just got the front set done too- here is a pic... Need a second set of tender springs for my rears - King Springs part number K60S (ID 60mm) anyone know who can order me some in Melbourne? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1130377 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydneykid Posted December 20, 2004 Share Posted December 20, 2004 Centreline (Chris) or Traction Tyres (Andrew). Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1130387 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin 09 Posted December 20, 2004 Author Share Posted December 20, 2004 Thanks SK, will give them a buzz tomorrow... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/53683-who-knows-where-who-to-rebuild-a-coilover-shock/#findComment-1130393 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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