Leda adjustable shocks

[trefor]

Anyone know who will supply and install adjustable Leda shocks on my
Chimaera. I know Thames Valley Racetech do, but I rarely buy anything without getting a quote from more than one supplier ...

I will of course call a few independents later, but wanted to see if any of you guys had this done anywhere. I think Peninsula only offer AVO or Nitron shocks ... unless someone can tell me otherwise. How about Raven? Offord?

Thanks muchly.


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[straga]

Offord are fitting Leda shocks on mine as we speak

£195 each for Front adjustables

>> Edited by straga on Tuesday 19th March 12:06

[Leadfoot]

Leda will supply & fit themselves. shox are 115 & springs are 20 pounds.

www.ledasuspension.co.uk/menu.html



>> Edited by Leadfoot on Tuesday 19th March 11:49

[trefor]

quote:
Offord are fitting Leda shocks on mine as we speak

£195 each for Front adjustables

>> Edited by straga on Tuesday 19th March 12:06

Thanks for the feedback guys.

£195 - I hope that includes VAT and fitting. They're £125 each on Leda's website.

T/.

[jeffgleed]

Any chance of some feedback when you have tried it out?

[pbrettle]

Mine already has Nitros fitted from Pennisula and I didnt really know the difference. However, a nice chat to a chap at the Cambridge TVRCC meet (Mike) and it all becomes clear...

Not sure about the cornering abilities, but the uprated shocks (same goes for Ledas) reduce the pitching and roll when you transfer the weight of the car. For example, heavy breaking into a corner the back will stay nicely planted to the ground. This enables you to ease the power in sooner than you would without - as it is much more balanced.

Didnt really notice the difference, but when started talking about it it all made sense. Feels really planted at the back and other than putting my foot down TOO early on wet roundabouts I think that it is nicely balanced.... Makes a big difference on heavy braking too - I have failed to have it lock up yet, and I have tried too.... who needs ABS...

Cheers,

Paul

[manek]

I haven't had much of a chance (half a track day) to really check out how my Ledas perform (Chimaera 4.0) but I can say that they are a big improvement than the originals even though I kept the old springs (not sure how that happened). On fast twisties, the car feels more planted and there's less bump-steer, dive and squat. They do squeak a bit from time to time, which is the only criticism I'd make.

More after the Folembray track day (PH2002) when they'll get a real work-out...

[monaco]

Leadfoot

where did you get this price from, I had a look at the website but couldn't see a price or listing for tvr ?

Does anyone know how Leda's perform against Gaz shocks for example?

If your price is correct ( I'm sure it is ) then they look like a great deal for quality/well known shocks !!

[Leadfoot]

I emailed them & asked if they did a set for a Griffith.

Len Dixon: [e-mail]

[trefor]

quote:
I emailed them & asked if they did a set for a Griffith.

Len Dixon: [e-mail]

Same part I think. Same chassis anyway on the later cars.