Shocker conversion

arcturus · May 13th, 2007, 08:43

Hi I would like to hear from anybody who has carried out a conversion from Nivomats to standard rear shocks and springs on a 700 / 900. series. I am contemplating this conversion on a 900 and would appreciate any feedback advice. Thanks.

TheJoyOfSix · May 13th, 2007, 11:13

Is this for the live-axle or the Multilink axle?

If it's for the Multilink (or IRS) axle then I don't know of anyone who has done it yet on this side of the pond.

If it's for the live-axle then just replace the Nivos with ordinary shocks and swap the springs to ordinary springs at the same time. Both are available from GSF/Eurocarparts etc.

CTCNetwork · May 13th, 2007, 11:33

Hi,

Quote:

Originally Posted by V6 Man

Is this for the live-axle or the Multilink axle?

If it's for the Multilink (or IRS) axle then I don't know of anyone who has done it yet on this side of the pond.

If it's for the live-axle then just replace the Nivos with ordinary shocks and swap the springs to ordinary springs at the same time. Both are available from GSF/Eurocarparts etc.

If it is for the IRS set-up, I suspect that you would need to get the stronger leaf spring that I got.
It will need to be swapped as the Nivo version will provide absolutely no support for the shocks at all..
You'd then need to get your standard shocks (or some performance equivilent) to replace..

Rupert can slap me about a bit if I am wrong..

Des. . .

arcturus · May 13th, 2007, 12:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by V6 Man

Is this for the live-axle or the Multilink axle?

If it's for the Multilink (or IRS) axle then I don't know of anyone who has done it yet on this side of the pond.

If it's for the live-axle then just replace the Nivos with ordinary shocks and swap the springs to ordinary springs at the same time. Both are available from GSF/Eurocarparts etc.

It's live. Is it a straight swap. Bushes on shocks same diameter and width?

CTCNetwork · May 13th, 2007, 13:19

Hi,

Yea, but make sure you replace the springs.
Self leveling ones are weaker than standard and will now provide the support required with standard shocks..

Des. . .

TheJoyOfSix · May 13th, 2007, 14:12

Aye, a straight swap.

There is a wide choice available to you depending on what you want. You ca get standard oil filled shocks, gas shocks, or sports gas shocks (typically £20, £25 and £40-£75each). You can get standard springs, heavy duty springs and lowering springs.

If you don't do much towing or carrying of heavy loads then I'd reccomend gas shocks and standard springs. £100ish should cover it and it should take about an hour to fit if all the bolts etc come undone.

P.S. A long extension bar is handy for reaching up to undo the spring mounting bolt.

arcturus · May 13th, 2007, 15:00

Quote:

Originally Posted by V6 Man

Aye, a straight swap.

There is a wide choice available to you depending on what you want. You ca get standard oil filled shocks, gas shocks, or sports gas shocks (typically £20, £25 and £40-£75each). You can get standard springs, heavy duty springs and lowering springs.

If you don't do much towing or carrying of heavy loads then I'd reccomend gas shocks and standard springs. £100ish should cover it and it should take about an hour to fit if all the bolts etc come undone.

P.S. A long extension bar is handy for reaching up to undo the spring mounting bolt.

Thanks, that's what I needed to know. Yes the car is used mainly for towing. Any recomendations? Thanks.

CTCNetwork · May 13th, 2007, 15:10

Hi,

If this is used mainly for towing, whay the change from Nivo's??

You can always use another adjustable shock (auto or manual) thats not Nivo, can't remember the name of them now..
If going this route use standard springs..

Or get heavy duty and gas shocks..

Des. . .

arcturus · May 13th, 2007, 17:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by CTCNetwork

Hi,

If this is used mainly for towing, whay the change from Nivo's??

You can always use another adjustable shock (auto or manual) thats not Nivo, can't remember the name of them now..
If going this route use standard springs..

Or get heavy duty and gas shocks..

Des. . .

If one goes the others not far behind!
Thanks for all the input and advice.

May 13th, 2007, 08:43	#1
arcturus arcturus Last Online: Today 08:14 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Sagres Portugal	Shocker conversion Hi I would like to hear from anybody who has carried out a conversion from Nivomats to standard rear shocks and springs on a 700 / 900. series. I am contemplating this conversion on a 900 and would appreciate any feedback advice. Thanks.

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TheJoyOfSix N.F.I Last Online: Oct 28th, 2023 23:33 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Belper View Photos By: TheJoyOfSix	Is this for the live-axle or the Multilink axle? If it's for the Multilink (or IRS) axle then I don't know of anyone who has done it yet on this side of the pond. If it's for the live-axle then just replace the Nivos with ordinary shocks and swap the springs to ordinary springs at the same time. Both are available from GSF/Eurocarparts etc. __________________

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May 13th, 2007, 14:12	#6
TheJoyOfSix N.F.I Last Online: Oct 28th, 2023 23:33 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Belper View Photos By: TheJoyOfSix	Aye, a straight swap. There is a wide choice available to you depending on what you want. You ca get standard oil filled shocks, gas shocks, or sports gas shocks (typically £20, £25 and £40-£75each). You can get standard springs, heavy duty springs and lowering springs. If you don't do much towing or carrying of heavy loads then I'd reccomend gas shocks and standard springs. £100ish should cover it and it should take about an hour to fit if all the bolts etc come undone. P.S. A long extension bar is handy for reaching up to undo the spring mounting bolt. __________________

May 13th, 2007, 15:10	#8
CTCNetwork Forum Support Team Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Liège, Belgium View Photos By: CTCNetwork	Hi, If this is used mainly for towing, whay the change from Nivo's?? You can always use another adjustable shock (auto or manual) thats not Nivo, can't remember the name of them now.. If going this route use standard springs.. Or get heavy duty and gas shocks.. Des. . . __________________ Density:- Not just a measurement ~ It's a whole way of Life.! ! ! I drive a Volvo, Please Don't Get In My Way! OldVolvos4Ever He shows up. People die. He vanishes. People should not be afraid of their governments. "He'll deliver more justice in a weekend than 10 years of your Governments should be afraid of their people... "V" courts & tribunals. Just stay out of his way." "I plan to."

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