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Old 11-03-2006, 11:09 AM
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If i got to koni sa shocks and better handleing springs all around how much weight will i lose?
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You'll probably gain a couple pounds total. Stiffer springs are thicker in most cases, and I'd suspect that they will weigh slightly more as well (I can't say I've weighed them, but it's likely a good guess). I'm guessing that the Koni SA's are a little bit heavier than the stock shocks as well. I wouldn't let a couple pounds keep you from making the change, it's worth it.
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No doubt, do the Koni SAs. I have them on both of my cars.
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I think that the Konis have wieght reduction gas. The car will be at least 100 pounds lighter.
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Originally Posted by YellowToy/A
I think that the Konis have wieght reduction gas. The car will be at least 100 pounds lighter.
Sadly, someone on this site is going to believe that statement and start a new thread in a few weeks asking people about it.
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Originally Posted by YellowToy/A
I think that the Konis have wieght reduction gas. The car will be at least 100 pounds lighter.
It's because they put compressed helium in their shocks.
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sorry couldn't help it
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Originally Posted by wht01ws6ta
sorry couldn't help it
I bit my tongue before mentioning anything about helium and koni's..... I figured that someone would go there.....

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Strano springs are lighter than most aftermarket high rate springs-could shave a few pounds there



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