Suspension 2003 R50 - time for struts/shocks - what else?
2003 R50 - time for struts/shocks - what else?
Hi all-
I've read through about all the suspension related posts and have pretty much decided to go with the Koni FSD's to replace the original stock components. At 68k miles, the best way I can describe the ride is "harsh" and "bouncy" - particularly the in the rear. This is my daughter's daily driver, and I'm looking only to restore the ride to at least from-the-factory comfort and handling, with maybe some improvement in the comfort area.
What none of the threads I've read seem to address are what other parts should be replaced at the same time. Are front-mounts subject to fail under normal driving conditions (no track time; limited 'spirited' drives)? What about the shock pads, bump stops, and dust boots? Replace only if clearly bad? Or should I just do it all at once?
Finally, does anyone have the torque specs for the various bolts? Most of what I've read says "torque to spec", but I don't have a shop (or Bentley) manual with the spec.
Thanks in advance for any help.
I've read through about all the suspension related posts and have pretty much decided to go with the Koni FSD's to replace the original stock components. At 68k miles, the best way I can describe the ride is "harsh" and "bouncy" - particularly the in the rear. This is my daughter's daily driver, and I'm looking only to restore the ride to at least from-the-factory comfort and handling, with maybe some improvement in the comfort area.
What none of the threads I've read seem to address are what other parts should be replaced at the same time. Are front-mounts subject to fail under normal driving conditions (no track time; limited 'spirited' drives)? What about the shock pads, bump stops, and dust boots? Replace only if clearly bad? Or should I just do it all at once?
Finally, does anyone have the torque specs for the various bolts? Most of what I've read says "torque to spec", but I don't have a shop (or Bentley) manual with the spec.
Thanks in advance for any help.
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