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redbaron73 · 01-23-2019, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Dutch Star Don

I added the Koni EVOS to the front before we left for Quartzsite. They did exactly what I hoped hey would do and did on my 2014 DS. They eliminated that short chop that makes the front window shades rattle and they converted a lot of the rough road impact to softer feel.

I find the new coach sways or leans more than my previous DS. I think a lot of it is the increased height and higher center of gravity. I will be adding the Koni's to the rear and tag, plus Centramatics as long as I have the wheels off for the shocks.

What part number did you install for Koni on the front?

kpecks · 01-23-2019, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by redbaron73

What part number did you install for Koni on the front?

2018 Spartan K3 - Koni Shocks99B3234

$390 shipped for the pair from sdtrucksprings.com. They will price match.

redbaron73 · 01-23-2019, 08:00 PM

Is the part number different for freightliner?

kpecks · 01-23-2019, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by redbaron73

Is the part number different for freightliner?

That I’m not sure. You will have to call sd truck springs and confirm. They were really helpful.

tel: 1(877)774-6473

They are open till 11pm EST!

jerry davis · 01-23-2019, 08:20 PM

For my Freightliner the # is 99B-3262. At least that is what this forum told me.

Dutch Star Don · 01-24-2019, 07:37 PM

Jerry has the right part number. On the Koni site, I think they only go back to 2017 models, but nothing has changed.

redbaron73 · 01-24-2019, 07:57 PM

Thanks, I have mine on order

Sicduc · 01-24-2019, 08:15 PM

I went by the Spartan display and the Tampa show to talk to them about the bouncing problem most of us are experiencing and they are aware of the problem ( No Kidding )and are replacing the shocks under warranty as long as our ride height is correct...

kpecks · 01-24-2019, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Sicduc

I went by the Spartan display and the Tampa show to talk to them about the bouncing problem most of us are experiencing and they are aware of the problem ( No Kidding )and are replacing the shocks under warranty as long as our ride height is correct...

I had the updated shocks. The konis are far superior. Go for the upgrade. You can be all in under $500.

Canuck53 · 01-25-2019, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by kpecks

I had the updated shocks. The konis are far superior. Go for the upgrade. You can be all in under $500.

Just the fonts or both?

kpecks · 01-25-2019, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Canuck53

Just the fonts or both?

I just did the fronts. Didn’t have time for the tears. Tag axle makes a big difference in the ride to begin with and I’m always driving so it doesn’t bother me!!

Breezy2006 · 01-26-2019, 07:46 PM

Has Spartan allowed for the Koni shocks to be installed under warranty for anyone even as an out of pocket upgrade instead of the revolved stock ones?

Dutch Star Don · 01-26-2019, 07:57 PM

I will add the Koni FSD's to the rear. From my past experience, there was no listing for the tag. I sent Koni the measurements and it ended up being the same shocks as the drive wheels.

I know some read this and think I'm nuts (along with some others) for changing out the shocks on a new coach, but I can feel the difference. I also install the Centramatics and shocks on the tag. It can be just as critical and get hopping or vibrating with a cheap shock or out of balance tire. With the horrendous roads in California, everything helps.

kpecks · 01-26-2019, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Breezy2006

Has Spartan allowed for the Koni shocks to be installed under warranty for anyone even as an out of pocket upgrade instead of the revolved stock ones?

No. They will not install konis as a warranty upgrade for the bad bilsteins. My spartan certified RV dealer wouldn’t even install them for me when it was in the shop! “Liability” they claim... it’s 4 bolts guys....