New Parts or Second Hand (Scrappy) - What to do?
Discussion
So was driving the shed (Fiat Seicento Sporting on a V plate) yesterday and noticed that under braking, it would squirm and dip on the front passenger side. Got it home and jacked it up and noticed that the shock was covered in grease (looks like the seal has gone).
Now the dilemma, I have been quoted £25 for a replacement strut (spring included) from a local breakers which is very reasonable. However, I have also sourced a brand new pair of Monroe front shocks for a little over £60. So do I scrounge back the pennied and get the scrapped part only for it to do exactly the same thing a week later (potentially) or bight the bullet and fork out for a new set for peace of mind? I'm more inclined to buy new for two reasons. 1) Warranty, longevity etc, 2) I'm under the believe that all replacement parts on axles should be done in pairs (e.g. brakes, suspension, bushes, etc).
Whats your views PH?
Cheers
Mikey
Now the dilemma, I have been quoted £25 for a replacement strut (spring included) from a local breakers which is very reasonable. However, I have also sourced a brand new pair of Monroe front shocks for a little over £60. So do I scrounge back the pennied and get the scrapped part only for it to do exactly the same thing a week later (potentially) or bight the bullet and fork out for a new set for peace of mind? I'm more inclined to buy new for two reasons. 1) Warranty, longevity etc, 2) I'm under the believe that all replacement parts on axles should be done in pairs (e.g. brakes, suspension, bushes, etc).
Whats your views PH?
Cheers
Mikey
Always replace active components in pairs (brakes, shocks, tyres) as they work with each other and any imbalance soon makes itself felt.
Also £60 for a pair of dampers isn't a great cost in the grand scheme of things, chances are if one went the other may not be far behind as its similar age and has probably taken the same abuse over its life!
Plus if you do replace you may be pleasantly surprised in the improvement in ride and handling. Its quite scary how dampers deteriorate over mileage!
Also £60 for a pair of dampers isn't a great cost in the grand scheme of things, chances are if one went the other may not be far behind as its similar age and has probably taken the same abuse over its life!
Plus if you do replace you may be pleasantly surprised in the improvement in ride and handling. Its quite scary how dampers deteriorate over mileage!
acricha3 said:
Always replace active components in pairs (brakes, shocks, tyres) as they work with each other and any imbalance soon makes itself felt.
Also £60 for a pair of dampers isn't a great cost in the grand scheme of things, chances are if one went the other may not be far behind as its similar age and has probably taken the same abuse over its life!
Plus if you do replace you may be pleasantly surprised in the improvement in ride and handling. Its quite scary how dampers deteriorate over mileage!
Agreed! Also £60 for a pair of dampers isn't a great cost in the grand scheme of things, chances are if one went the other may not be far behind as its similar age and has probably taken the same abuse over its life!
Plus if you do replace you may be pleasantly surprised in the improvement in ride and handling. Its quite scary how dampers deteriorate over mileage!
New pair of shocks on their way
chrisr29 said:
What's wrong with second hand?
Dunno why people are so against them, after all if you buy a second hand car it comes with second hand brakes, shocks, tyres etc.
This was my mentality at first, especially as the car in question is a £500 shed! Dunno why people are so against them, after all if you buy a second hand car it comes with second hand brakes, shocks, tyres etc.
But for the extra couple of quid, might as well go new!
if it was something more expensive, then second hand would definitley be my first port of call!!
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