Can you refurb' Bilstein gas struts? -YES!

[drunkenmunkey 0]

Does anyone know of a company that can do this? 'Cause I like my Billies and don't really want to spend £400 on new suspension :)

[StuartFZR400 0]

No idea. Maybe you could email them direct and ask the question, with correct part Nr (they'll know if its a twin tube or whatever). Being GAS, are they already in need of replacing? Which part has worn (bush,rod,seal,gas)?

[drunkenmunkey 0]

The rears are getting 'bouncy' and one is weaping so I was planning to do all four and the rear axle bushes/ top mounts etc while I'm there.

I've heard of people refurbishing 4 struts for under £100 so if the turnaround's not too slow it seems like a no brainer. I'll keep looking and let people know, if they're interested.

[StuartFZR400 0]

I'd be interested to know (for in a few years time); I've got the yellow sporty ones on the front but the simple black ones* on the rear - which look like they come apart. ie the rears look similar to the ones I had on the Golf (or scirocco - cant remember) which I found did come apart and was able to replace the oil. Possibly just a seal gone for you. £100 for all 4 sounds like a worthwhile spend. Let us know...

[drunkenmunkey 0]

Just checked with Bilstein and they can rebuild them! :D BUT they cost £100 per damper after carriage :roll: So not worth it with a Sprintline kit then....but anyone whose racing may want to give them a call.

[StuartFZR400 0]

Ouch - paid less than 100 for brand new shocks off ebay - nobody seemed to want them - were poorly advertised though

;)