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What shock absorbers ? - 6/22/2008 7:56:04 AM

webdesignhelper

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I am restoring a jaguar xjs v12 5.3 HE and the old rear shock absorbers need replacing, i only
like to buy the best for the restoration and was wondering what shocks i should purchase - what
make, where from etc ?

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RE: What shock absorbers ? - 6/23/2008 1:55:21 PM

ken@britishparts.com

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I would go with the Boge brand:

http://www.motorcarsltd.com/item.wws?qty=1&mfr=&sku=IN100191

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RE: What shock absorbers ? - 6/24/2008 9:39:16 AM

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did you ask this question of everyone on the UK sites.....and got lots of answers ??

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RE: What shock absorbers ? - 7/15/2008 11:33:13 AM

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hi, i am also about to replace all shocks on my 96 xjs. but i was thinking about bilsteins.

any thoughts?

thanks,

J

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RE: What shock absorbers ? - 7/16/2008 7:58:10 AM

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We''ve had complaints that the Bilstiens are too harsh.

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RE: What shock absorbers ? - 7/25/2008 6:35:10 PM

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I put Monroes on my 95, the ride is smooth, feels great, and the price was reasonable.

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