Hi, I'm Pete from Houston, TX. A new member with a 2000 XKR convertible. Just got it last month and already looking at changing shocks and springs as the car sits too low at the front, and with 20" rims it's a little aggressive on the fender edges. It's a little soggy and bounces on the inner arches at moderate speed. I need to find out if it was fitted with CATS shocks before I order more. Can I find this out from the VIN #? Also if anybody out there knows the best way to remove bird poop from the convertible top, I'd appreciate the advice. Love the car (KITTY!) and love the info I can get from the forum.

 

Open the hood and look at the top of the shocks. If theres a wire coming from the top it has cats. If not conventional. Be forwarned if cats shocks theyre expensive and you can replace all 4 with non cats for the price of 2 cats. And you done need springs in front but probobly just shocks and the upper spring mount which collapses and drops ride height a inch or more. Where are you in houston?

 

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welcome to the forum, you will find a wealth of info and support simply follow the links provided and enjoy!!

 

Hello, Pete,
As your car is 14 years old I suppose it's not surprising it needs new shocks.
Soon you and your car will be bonded if you're not already.
Welcome from ElinorB.
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Thanks Brutal, It does have CATS shocks, and right again, the upper spring mounts have perished and have a load of orange rubber granules under the upper mount cap. I'll be looking at getting the right shocks now. I'm in Champions & FM1960 area, NW Houston. New spring mounts should lift the front of the car along with the new shocks.

 

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then you can go see mike @ champions jaguar auto repair on cutten rd. He's the only one i would trust for indie work. If i didnt do my own or others.

 

Pete,

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Don