Do CATS add much value
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Do CATS add much value
I need to replace my shocks and I'm trying to decide if I should go with CATS shocks or regular.
I can get 4 Bilsteins Damptronics for about $1400 or 4 regular Bilsteins for about $400.
Would it actually add $1000 to the value? I don't drive hard so I don't really need the CATS but I suspect there might be other issues if I don't use them.
I've read that you get errors if the shocks aren't connected but also thought there was a workaround.
If it's really going to help the value (and maybe ride) I'm fine with going with the Damptronics but not if it really won't help much.
Thanks for any advice.
I can get 4 Bilsteins Damptronics for about $1400 or 4 regular Bilsteins for about $400.
Would it actually add $1000 to the value? I don't drive hard so I don't really need the CATS but I suspect there might be other issues if I don't use them.
I've read that you get errors if the shocks aren't connected but also thought there was a workaround.
If it's really going to help the value (and maybe ride) I'm fine with going with the Damptronics but not if it really won't help much.
Thanks for any advice.
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Do you know your CATS shocks are bad for sure? The lower joint is available separately for about $20. Removing the struts is fairly easy if you remove the wheel well lining, no need to mess with the upper control arm.
I have never done it, but for expensive shocks, I believe some outfits offer rebuild services. I would try and reach out to one (or the) Bilstein importer in the country for advice...
AFAIK, the CATS system acts on the rebound characteristics of the shock. Compression is not affected. Maybe taking the car on a track with long turns at speed is what it is designed for. Again, never owned it myself, so I have no direct experience. My take would be that if the car came with it, I would at least do research to try and keep it at a fair cost.
I have never done it, but for expensive shocks, I believe some outfits offer rebuild services. I would try and reach out to one (or the) Bilstein importer in the country for advice...
AFAIK, the CATS system acts on the rebound characteristics of the shock. Compression is not affected. Maybe taking the car on a track with long turns at speed is what it is designed for. Again, never owned it myself, so I have no direct experience. My take would be that if the car came with it, I would at least do research to try and keep it at a fair cost.
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Do you know your CATS shocks are bad for sure? The lower joint is available separately for about $20. Removing the struts is fairly easy if you remove the wheel well lining, no need to mess with the upper control arm.
I have never done it, but for expensive shocks, I believe some outfits offer rebuild services. I would try and reach out to one (or the) Bilstein importer in the country for advice...
AFAIK, the CATS system acts on the rebound characteristics of the shock. Compression is not affected. Maybe taking the car on a track with long turns at speed is what it is designed for. Again, never owned it myself, so I have no direct experience. My take would be that if the car came with it, I would at least do research to try and keep it at a fair cost.
I have never done it, but for expensive shocks, I believe some outfits offer rebuild services. I would try and reach out to one (or the) Bilstein importer in the country for advice...
AFAIK, the CATS system acts on the rebound characteristics of the shock. Compression is not affected. Maybe taking the car on a track with long turns at speed is what it is designed for. Again, never owned it myself, so I have no direct experience. My take would be that if the car came with it, I would at least do research to try and keep it at a fair cost.
The ride is also very rough which I think is caused by the 20" tires but the shocks can't be all that great.
I was also planning to replace the top bushings on the front while I'm at it.
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Although tbh I'm not really looking to sell. I was wondering if there's example of not having CATS shocks really affect the value.
I also need a set of 18" rims and tires so that's more cost I could deal with if I paid less for the shocks.
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I do know all 4 are leaking and fairly bad. They all have oil down the outsides with dirt and grime encrusted in it.
The ride is also very rough which I think is caused by the 20" tires but the shocks can't be all that great.
I was also planning to replace the top bushings on the front while I'm at it.
The ride is also very rough which I think is caused by the 20" tires but the shocks can't be all that great.
I was also planning to replace the top bushings on the front while I'm at it.
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I've actually thought about selling them but can't really do that until I buy a new set or it's sitting on blocks.
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If not then that's another sign the shocks are the real problem.
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My ride quality greatly improved after changing the front shocks.
20" wheels, if matched with compatible suspension tuning, should not result a less comfortable ride. That happens when you stick a big wheel/tiny sidewall on a car whose suspension is tuned for tall sidewall, which acts as both a spring, and to a lesser extent, as a damper.
It's been my experience that shocks are really fresh for only 30K-40K miles.
20" wheels, if matched with compatible suspension tuning, should not result a less comfortable ride. That happens when you stick a big wheel/tiny sidewall on a car whose suspension is tuned for tall sidewall, which acts as both a spring, and to a lesser extent, as a damper.
It's been my experience that shocks are really fresh for only 30K-40K miles.
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No, its a very comfortable car - amazingly so for what it is. Prior to this I had an XKR coupe, which was a firmer ride, so perhaps the convertibles have softer suspension to make up for the lack of stiffness in the body.
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