92 Q45a went flat
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friedrice2841
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92 Q45a went flat
I know this won't be very popular on this forum, but I have decided to convert my Q45a to a standard suspension system. I am taking it to T3 in Atlanta on Friday to do the conversion. My question is; Is the old active suspension system worth selling? I know that the rear had a small leak. I haven't seen people posting their active suspension on this forum. Should I try to post in the "Parts for sale"? Please let me know.Thanks
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Q45tech
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Re: 92 Q45a went flat (friedrice2841)
Be sure to get a QUOTE price* for a full removal [the lines are not worth it] and a replacement pump + pullies and belts] to decide.
As I remember it takes another 3-4 Hours [ABOVE THE SIMPLE CONVERSION PRICE] plus parts to gut the system of everything.
The flat and or leaking [accumulators] {SHOCKS} which are all that are normally removed in a low cost converstion are of dubious value..........just bring a box with towels [drips] and tell Byron to put them in your trunk instead of the trash.
Like all used parts 10% of brand new [$3800 for option] might be good but it would cost more than that to remove everything and substitute the pump.
*Discuss the added cost with TY.
As I remember it takes another 3-4 Hours [ABOVE THE SIMPLE CONVERSION PRICE] plus parts to gut the system of everything.
The flat and or leaking [accumulators] {SHOCKS} which are all that are normally removed in a low cost converstion are of dubious value..........just bring a box with towels [drips] and tell Byron to put them in your trunk instead of the trash.
Like all used parts 10% of brand new [$3800 for option] might be good but it would cost more than that to remove everything and substitute the pump.
*Discuss the added cost with TY.
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lino
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Re: 92 Q45a went flat (friedrice2841)
How much is the conversion going to cost you?
Have you spoken to Keith (member: texasoil) to get a quote on restoring your ACTIVE? It's definitely worth a phone call at the very least, before making a final decision.
He can be reached at:http://www.q45asuspension.com/
Have you spoken to Keith (member: texasoil) to get a quote on restoring your ACTIVE? It's definitely worth a phone call at the very least, before making a final decision.
He can be reached at:http://www.q45asuspension.com/
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Q45tech
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Re: 92 Q45a went flat (lino)
Basic* spring/shock swap plus looping active pump cost roughly the same as Keith 9 parts recharge plus .......[add swap labor]............not sure of how to cost freight plus the credit card deposit.
*4 new blue shocks on used takeoff std springs and used seats.
However a leaking accumulator must be replaced [no point in recharging].
We are always happy sell just labor to swap Keith's recharged parts but won't deal with shipping back drippy used components.
*4 new blue shocks on used takeoff std springs and used seats.
However a leaking accumulator must be replaced [no point in recharging].
We are always happy sell just labor to swap Keith's recharged parts but won't deal with shipping back drippy used components.
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friedrice2841
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Re: 92 Q45a went flat (Q45tech)
Maybe Keith would interested in buying parts from me?
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maxnix
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Re: 92 Q45a went flat (friedrice2841)
He'll buy workng struts and accumulators that can be rehabilitated.