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    Life span of mr bilstein suspension

    Tried Google and searching forums for an answer, but can't seem to find one. What's the average life spans of MR Bilstein suspension? 80,000 miles? Or do they never need to be replaced. Socalevo rocks!
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    I'm at 92,000 on mine. Still running strong. It all depends on how you use them. I've heard of guys blowing them out before 60K, but they were tracked a lot and on lowering springs. Even if they are blown, Bilstien is right up the road around LA and they'll rebuild them for a good price and whatever specs you want.
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    Quote Originally Posted by HMatt View Post
    I'm at 92,000 on mine. Still running strong. It all depends on how you use them. I've heard of guys blowing them out before 60K, but they were tracked a lot and on lowering springs. Even if they are blown, Bilstien is right up the road around LA and they'll rebuild them for a good price and whatever specs you want.
    This might be a noob question, but how would you know if they're blown. Can you physically see it on the shocks or the ride will feel different.
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    Evo Specialist HMatt's Avatar
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    ^Both. You'll be able to look at the shocks and see an oil-like substance leaking onto the shiny shaft part and/or down the shock if it's really bad. As for the feel, it'll feel bouncy... If that makes sense...
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    I've been thinking about this too. Mine have 135k+ and still feel ok. My upper(inner?) ball joints were worn though. Interesting thought to have Bilstien rebuild them.
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