One of my front springs just broke, 16K miles after it was replaced, which was at 88k. I can only hope that when I call the service centre that replaced them tomorrow, they'll graciously offer to replace them for free, but given the appalling quality of these things, I'd rather replace them with some that work.
A quick search on aftermarket springs reveals a few options: http://www.buycarparts.co.uk/smart/r...3/coil-springs
Edit - Added a round-up of the responses for each brand so far:
SACHS:
TRW:
SUPLEX: Quality manufacturing. Durability unconfirmed.
ANSCHLER: Poor coating but durability OK
KYB: Rubbish
LESJÖFORS: As bad as smart
NK:
METZGER:
DIEDERICHS:
MONROE:
Does anyone have any experience with these or any others? I know Sachs and TRW are decent brands, but can I be sure that they'll last any longer than the standard Smart springs?
Going with progressive springs is an option, but I haven't found any that don't stiffen the ride (ride is currently as firm as I can enjoy) and can be used with standard shocks. If there are any out there that won't stiffen the ride, please let me know!
Thanks!
A quick search on aftermarket springs reveals a few options: http://www.buycarparts.co.uk/smart/r...3/coil-springs
Edit - Added a round-up of the responses for each brand so far:
SACHS:
TRW:
SUPLEX: Quality manufacturing. Durability unconfirmed.
ANSCHLER: Poor coating but durability OK
KYB: Rubbish
LESJÖFORS: As bad as smart
NK:
METZGER:
DIEDERICHS:
MONROE:
Does anyone have any experience with these or any others? I know Sachs and TRW are decent brands, but can I be sure that they'll last any longer than the standard Smart springs?
Going with progressive springs is an option, but I haven't found any that don't stiffen the ride (ride is currently as firm as I can enjoy) and can be used with standard shocks. If there are any out there that won't stiffen the ride, please let me know!
Thanks!
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