Which shocks on dropped spindles

[moj_dub]

Hello,

I've just put some 2.5" dropped spindles on my bay and wondered what people have run with this setup (no adjuster, so not a huge difference from stock).

Do I need some KYB Gas Adjust with different length (eyelet to eyelet jacked up is ~420mm)? Like these https://www.vwheritage.com/shop/AC413KG4521/shock-kyb-gas-a-just-double-loop-410-265mm-each/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

The van is a Devon with full interior and pop top/roof cap so a reasonable amount of weight.

Also noticed Machine7 do some without adjust which are cheaper http://www.machine7.com/product.php?xProd=12951" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Should I just take it for a drive to see how it handles first? Currently waiting on caliper bolts (didn't realise they were M14 on lates!).

TIA, Matt.

 

[vinvan]

The way to find out what size you want with drop spindles is to take your old shocks off measure between the centers of the mounting points on the bus send these details to Machine 7 and they will work out the size, (simpls)

 

[Graham L]

As youve only fitted dropped spindles and the physical difference between the mounts hasnt changed then stock dampers are what you are looking for. We fit the small KYB Gas Adjust but only on fully lowered vans.

 

[moj_dub]

Ok that's good to hear Graham! I kinda suspected that anyway.... I'll fit some if I decide to add a beam adjuster to the mix then!

Only slight tyre scrubbing around a corner on a steep hill (they are stock 185R14Cs)