Ok here is my first good deed for the group.

New OEM front air shocks for the XJ's $595 each Call Mark 619 726 2137

I have bought 4 or 5 set's of Bilstiens over the years from these guys and they have always had the best price. So I thought I would give them a call and here's the results.

Let me know how it works out.

Can somebody tell me where to buy the olive for the airline fitting to the front shock?

Charlie Pace

 

Would you know if Mark has a website? Thanks.

 

Shox.com These shocks are not listed on the site, you have to call him, this is the toll free # 800 683 2890

 

Are these NEW real OEM Bilstiens? That price is incredeble!

 

Yes

 

I guess what we all need to know: Are these the complete Bilstiens air shocks, or just a shock by itself?

Thanks

 

I called Mark He is going to get me the part # and quantity available. It will be later today before I will have this info

 

Cool. I checked their website and could not find anything for our cars.

 

He can get any Bilstien shocks. The web site is for the common stuff. I'm still waiting too hear on the part # confirmation, He was traveling when I last talked to him.

 

I spoke to Mark this morning, as I'm looking to replace one faulty air spring. I didn't get the Bilstein part number but, it sounds like this is the Bilstein (B4) aftermarket air spring as opposed to the OEM Jaguar part. The reason I say this is, Mark said this air spring replaces both the Comfort or Sport OEM spring, which is consistent with Bilstein's website. Jaguar part listings call for a different spring for Comfort or Sport.

That said, the price is fantastic and, if you're not concerned with a possible change in ride (some claim that it makes no difference and I have no direct experience) then it's a great deal!

Regards,
Odysseus

 

I read some where that the Portfolio shock was tuned in between Comfort and Sport.
Just like
English Fairy Tales: The Story of the Three Bears

 

I just got an Email from Mark at Shox.com and the shocks were not the right ones. I have asked him for his best price for what we need, and will let you know if the price is any good.

I'm sorry for wasting anybodies time.

Charlie Pace