Front shock compatability - 1.8 on a diesel

UpWeardale · 25th June 2022, 07:40

I'm looking to change the front shock on my diesel. Rimmers have the whole assembly available which is tempting as it would avoid the battle with the spring. However, its listed as being for the 1.8. I guess its just the spring rate that is different. Given everyone else just stocks one spring these days does it make much difference?

NewDoc · 25th June 2022, 08:28

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Originally Posted by UpWeardale

I'm looking to change the front shock on my diesel. Rimmers have the whole assembly available which is tempting as it would avoid the battle with the spring. However, its listed as being for the 1.8. I guess its just the spring rate that is different. Given everyone else just stocks one spring these days does it make much difference?

There are guru's on here that would give you the exact info but I would imagine there is a difference as the diesel is a much heavier engine. Maybe someone could correct me

edit: check this out

https://www.onlinecarparts.co.uk/car...ia%5B100%5D=VA

maybe a little help.
Dave

MSS · 25th June 2022, 08:49

The shocks and springs are different for the CDT and 1.8K. I'm not aware of any reputable company selling one type for both cars.

You can check the parts numbers in Sachs or Monroe online catalogues. Or just check on the EuroCarParts website.

ceedy · 25th June 2022, 11:14

Dear Dmgrs did just this a while back..

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Originally Posted by MSS

The shocks and springs are different for the CDT and 1.8K. I'm not aware of any reputable company selling one type for both cars.

You can check the parts numbers in Sachs or Monroe online catalogues. Or just check on the EuroCarParts website.

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