Wanted info on new shocks for a Birkin

[KiwiBirkin]

Im in the process of looking around for new shocks to replace my spax shocks that come with the Birkin, I have a chance to get some good front GAZ shocks from a supplier here in NZ, so what I would like to know is what should I be asking for I know that there is a recommended length of 294mm between the shocks mounting eyes when they are in place and the car is sitting on the ground, there will also be a compression size and fully extended size too. I know a few guys here have put new shocks & springs on there Birkins so any info would be most helpfull. I also will be getting new springs too, I would like to know whats recommended just for road use on the front & rear.

 

Cheers KiwiBirkin

[pi7ot]

Here are the Front damper dimensions for a 2001 Birkin front.

Full extension...32.9cm between eye centers.

Full compression with 26mm thick bumpstop..26cm.

Body length...18.4 cm

Body diameter...43.5mm

 

Spring free length is 8"

rate is 300 Lb/in

inner diameter is 49mm

Outer diameter is 68mm

 

I have seen the Koni 2812 mentioned as a suitable replacement.

 

I have used Carrera 6244/874L as replacements whilst retaining the stock springs. These are only height adjustable unfortunately...Too soft for track use, imo.

 

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[KiwiBirkin]

Cheers Pi7ot for that info I have some thing to work with now and check the GAZ shocks against.