R32 shock replacement. Choices???

[QuickR33Melb]

I have an R32 that is extremely low. (by last owner and I never bothered to raise the car)

Over the last 2 months the ride quality and handling has deminished to the point where the car needs some attention in the next few days.

I stopped at Chasers Tuning on Saturday and they came to the conclusion that my rear shocks are completely dead. They squeak when I drive and even when I get out of the car. Every bump on the road surface is felt and the car loses the rear end at any corner or on full throttle (car jumps sideways)

I called Desilvia Parts today and was quoted $180 for a second hand set of rear shocks which seems rather steep. Do the major suspension retailers have shocks for R32 GTST and what do you recommend for the car given its fairly modded??

The car is for sale so I don't want to fork out for coilovers. Just a set of shocks that will give the car a smooth drive with sporty handling.

Anyway there are obviously aftemarket springs involved which may complicate finding something suitable

[benl1981]

I got new rear KYB shocks for my R33 for $100 each. Though if you want spring to go with it you might have to source some 2nd hand or get a pair of someone iwho is modifying

[QuickR33Melb]

Ideally thats what I want to do. I know plenty of places down in Melbourne that sell import parts but they seem to be in scarce supply! I have been quoted $180 for a second hand pair.

[Sydneykid]

Pop over to Centreline (Chris) or Traction Tyres (Andrew) and let them have a look at your car. They will then give you some choices.

[QuickR33Melb]

Thanks SydneyKid. I saw you had written a post and I knew I'd have an answer!