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Old Nov 7, 2016 | 01:20 PM
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Hi guys any advise on shock absorber brands for my series one. Oh and a good fitter in Wellington Wairarapa area. cheers Lloyd.
 
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Old Nov 8, 2016 | 01:35 AM
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I fitted the OEM Boge ones sourced from Jagdaim at around $100 each. And easy to fit at home.
They seem to work well!

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Old Nov 8, 2016 | 01:52 AM
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Don't think I will find them for $100 each in New Zealand
 
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Old Nov 8, 2016 | 02:00 AM
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Originally Posted by grumpy1
Don't think I will find them for $100 each in New Zealand
Might be worth getting a quote from Doug Findlay at Jagdaim, their shipping costs are reasonable.

They cost $363 for 4 shocks and $20 for shipping from Melbourne to Brisbane.
The exchange rate is 98c Aus to $1 NZ at the moment
 

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Old Nov 8, 2016 | 04:37 AM
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I'll give it a go but shipping usually done on weight +volume ...will see thanks
 
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Old Nov 8, 2016 | 07:03 AM
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Whew!!!


I briefly contemplated new front shocks for my 83. I've not checked Rock Auto for pricing. I would expect way less. But, OTH, I always underestimate.


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