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wanklin 04-24-10 11:31 AM

DIY shock boot write-up for Koni Yellow
 
Tools: spring compressors, heavy-duty scissors

Parts: Energy Suspension 9.8130G Black Shock Boot - 2 Pair (approx $7 per pair)



SLIDE SHOW:

http://picasaweb.google.com/10378824...31529479181394

wanklin 04-24-10 11:31 AM

Hope this helps someone ;)

wanklin 04-24-10 12:04 PM

UPDATED LINK:

http://picasaweb.google.com/10378824...31646341310146

tabuk1! 04-25-10 06:57 AM


Originally Posted by wanklin (Post 9953484)

A pretty useless post other than to say nice work. It's guys like you that make this forum so informative ... a great resource for old noobs like me who still like tinkering with these great machines!

rotarymaz 04-26-10 02:27 PM

Do you know what's the width/diameter of the boots? I have Ground Control kit on my Koni, with 2.25" ID Eibach springs. I wonder if these will clear the springs.

wanklin 04-26-10 04:31 PM


Originally Posted by rotarymaz (Post 9957458)
Do you know what's the width/diameter of the boots? I have Ground Control kit on my Koni, with 2.25" ID Eibach springs. I wonder if these will clear the springs.

These are 3" at the widest end which is barely large enough to fit around the shock mount neck. I don't think these are going to work for you. You'll have to look for something more narrow and find a way to attach it. These boots are perfect for stock diameter springs however.

See specs here:
http://www.energysuspensionparts.com...FQk65Qodciqexg

wanklin 04-26-10 05:06 PM


Originally Posted by tabuk1! (Post 9954792)
A pretty useless post other than to say nice work. It's guys like you that make this forum so informative ... a great resource for old noobs like me who still like tinkering with these great machines!

I appreciate the kind words.

GtiKyle 05-20-10 05:56 PM

I'm wondering if boots are even needed? Most aftermarket shocks/coilovers don't really utilize a boot...Trying to decide if i should slap on my Koni's, or if i need to do boot installs..

wanklin 05-20-10 07:19 PM

A lot of people use Konis without boots; however, Koni supplies metal boots for its OEM applications.



Originally Posted by GtiKyle (Post 10008470)
I'm wondering if boots are even needed? Most aftermarket shocks/coilovers don't really utilize a boot...Trying to decide if i should slap on my Koni's, or if i need to do boot installs..


chiefboon 08-21-12 08:43 PM

Does anyone have the instructions/paperwork that came with the Koni yellows handy that they can scan? I would like to adjust perch setting but would like to read instructions. Much thanks!


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