What is Kermit wearing ?!

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What is Kermit wearing ?!

Postby simonbuk » Sun 30.07.2017, 12:20

So what is Kermit wearing on the front end ? I know they are Protec dampers but what are the springs ?

I've recently bought some new front springs but they are black.
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Re: What is Kermit wearing ?!

Postby dapinky » Sun 30.07.2017, 14:26

Definitely Protech shocks - they use standard Lotus springs, but that's not to say that something else hasn't been fitted at some time.....

.... maybe just a coat of paint or powdercoat on OE springs???
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Re: What is Kermit wearing ?!

Postby simonbuk » Sun 30.07.2017, 18:57

Look like a factory finish on them so not hand painted. Good to hear Protect use standard springs, might get these rebuilt as a have a new pair of front springs and the S2 has not very old Protects and springs on the rear. At least it keeps things nearly the same !
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Re: What is Kermit wearing ?!

Postby simonbuk » Sun 30.07.2017, 19:08

And are these later galvernised rear lower wishbones ? Seem in good condition.
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Re: What is Kermit wearing ?!

Postby simonbuk » Wed 02.08.2017, 15:57

Anybody ?
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Re: What is Kermit wearing ?!

Postby lotusflasherman » Wed 02.08.2017, 18:21

Highly unlikely ... galvanization is a zinc coating onto steel that gives a silvery finish that is corrosion resistant so not usually painted. They look more like OE steel ones that have been looked after well.
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Re: What is Kermit wearing ?!

Postby Rambo » Wed 02.08.2017, 20:02

I totally agree with Phil. OEM's that are fairly new and been looked after
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Re: What is Kermit wearing ?!

Postby simonbuk » Wed 02.08.2017, 22:16

Ok cheers - good to know.
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