1st Gen R50 Cooper Most liked posts in thread: shocks leaking

  1. Qik

    Qik Well-Known Member

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    #2 Qik, Jun 7, 2017
    Now is the time, but asap. Always replace both. :Thumbsup:
     
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    #3 wmwny, Jun 7, 2017
    Welcome to M/A!:Thumbsup:

    If it is leaking now, I'd get them changed out soon as it will only get worse.
     
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    #4 bingpot, Jun 7, 2017
    Thanks for the responses. My wife just got a 2011 R56 justa two months ago and I have been frequenting this board and nam for answers and tips and just decided to join now.
    By mistake I posted in the 1st gen forum, how do I get this moved to 2nd gen? Sorry newbie mistake. :confused:
     
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    #5 MCS02, Jun 7, 2017
    Welcome to MA!
     
  5. Dave.0

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    #6 Dave.0, Jun 7, 2017
    No problem but the answer is still the same. :Thumbsup:

    Now is the time, but asap. Always replace both.
     
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    #7 00Mini, Jun 7, 2017
    Welcome to Motoring Alliance the best MINI forum on the interweb !!
     
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    #8 bingpot, Jun 9, 2017
    Bilstein or Sachs? One garage that's closest to me only carries Sachs. Are they good for regular daily commuting? What are the pros/cons of either brand?