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Old 03-11-2012, 07:42 PM   #1
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Default Setting up Koni shocks

I have koni adjustable shocks fitted front and rear on my XW.

What is the best way to set them up for street/strip duties. I have them set fairly firm atm. Should the rears be set up soft? It has been a long time since I messed with the adjustment, but I think you can only adjust compression, and not rebound.

I have reasonably new Lovell rear leaf springs, and old 6 cyl springs in the front.

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Old 22-11-2012, 01:09 AM   #2
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Old 22-11-2012, 09:22 AM   #3
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we don't have springs, but use Strange double adjustable with leaf springs, set on soft. 60's 1.28 on 10.5'' slick and 1.30 on 275 Radial.
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Soft enough to prevent axle tramp.. Its all in the combo ..
Start soft and work your way up then fine tune ..
keep a book of settings and time slips..
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Soft enough to prevent axle tramp.. Its all in the combo ..
Start soft and work your way up then fine tune ..
keep a book of settings and time slips..
Wot he said.
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Old 27-11-2012, 04:46 AM   #6
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Default Re: Setting up Koni shocks

Are they the reds or the yellows?
You want a 50/50 so if reds set em soft [youve only got 3 settings, the yellows have 5]
I'm on the middle setting and they are quite firm. [reds]
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Old 28-11-2012, 01:52 PM   #7
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Default Re: Setting up Koni shocks

Thanks, they are the reds, so have limited adjustment. I will soften them up and see how it goes.

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