Any advantage to swapping a b210 strut assembly into 1200?

[JohnVander]

I was just wondering if there where any advantages to to going with B210 struts over a 1200 assembly, my setup is pretty shot and I'm looking at different options.

 

Thanks

John

[ggzilla]

Pros:

* Larger brakes (245 mm versus 212.5 mm)

* Larger selection of strut insert cartridges (front shock absorbers)

 

Cons:

* Heavier

* Spring heights are different

* Same size brake calipers

 

 

They are not a bolt-in replacement, but a strut swap. You'll need to do all the modifications of a swap: 1) cut and lower the spring perch 2) Use the B110 top hats 3) Change the ball joints 4) Change the tie-rod ends

 

1200 strut can fit larger brakes than B210. See bolt-on Brake Upgrade

 

1200 strut can be rebuilt (add new oil and new strut glands, such as the Koni rebuild kit)

or fit 1200 strut inserts such as KYB gas-a-just or use VW inserts. See Strut Inserts