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Old Apr 24, 2010 | 11:31 AM
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VA 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)



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Old Apr 24, 2010 | 11:31 AM
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Hope this helps someone
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Old Apr 24, 2010 | 12:04 PM
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Old Apr 25, 2010 | 06:57 AM
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Originally Posted by wanklin
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!
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 02:27 PM
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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.
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 04:31 PM
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Originally Posted by rotarymaz
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
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 05:06 PM
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Originally Posted by tabuk1!
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.
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Old May 20, 2010 | 05:56 PM
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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..
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Old May 20, 2010 | 07:19 PM
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A lot of people use Konis without boots; however, Koni supplies metal boots for its OEM applications.


Originally Posted by GtiKyle
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..
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Old Aug 21, 2012 | 08:43 PM
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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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