Shock Absorber recommendation

[mayskoda]

Hi All,

 

I own a Octavia MKII 1.8 TSI, there is a slight oil mist from the front left side shock absorber. I have an advisory on MOT and Skoda has recommended to replace both front shock absorbers.

 

Can anyone please recommend me a good replacement for OEM shock absorbers. I have read few forums and seems there are few good brands (Blistein, KYB, Sachs).

 

Thanks

 

[gizmo98]

I've fitted sach all round mine recently 

seen a good enough shock 

[skinnyman]

I put Bilstein B4 on mine and am happy with the results.

[Damian@DPM]

The Bilstein B4 dampers are always a popular choice - 

 

https://www.dpmperformance.co.uk/car-parts/skoda/octavia/bilstein-b4-damper-shock-absorber-kitoctavia-1z-12t-si-14-14t-si-16-16tdi-18t-si-19tdi-20fsi-20tdi-fwd-0504

 

https://www.dpmperformance.co.uk/car-parts/skoda/octavia/bilstein-b4-sport-damper-shock-absorber-kitoctavia-1z-12t-si-14-14t-si-16-16tdi-18t-si-19tdi-20fsi-vrs-20t-fsi-20tdi-vrs-20tdi-fwd-0504 

 

Damian @ DPM Performance

[mayskoda]

 

On 8/17/2017 at 11:41, Damian@DPM said:

The Bilstein B4 dampers are always a popular choice - 

 

https://www.dpmperformance.co.uk/car-parts/skoda/octavia/bilstein-b4-damper-shock-absorber-kitoctavia-1z-12t-si-14-14t-si-16-16tdi-18t-si-19tdi-20fsi-20tdi-fwd-0504

 

https://www.dpmperformance.co.uk/car-parts/skoda/octavia/bilstein-b4-sport-damper-shock-absorber-kitoctavia-1z-12t-si-14-14t-si-16-16tdi-18t-si-19tdi-20fsi-vrs-20t-fsi-20tdi-vrs-20tdi-fwd-0504 

 

Damian @ DPM Performance

 

Thanks, Could you let me know if these prices are for all four shock absorbers or just the front 2 ?

 

Also, Do you know how can I find the strut diameter ?

[Damian@DPM]

All four shocks.

 

You can either measure it of Skoda should be able to tell you from your chassis number.

 

Damian @ DPM Performance 

[wiilydog]

You can tell the strut size by the brake discs size too, 288mm or 312mm will be 55mm strut whereas 280mm will be 50mm strut diameter