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Shock Absorber Additional Spring - Front
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Maintain the performance, comfort and protection of your
Porsche suspension system with this OE Match Shock Absorber Additional Spring. Commonly referred to as a bump stop or auxiliary spring, this
component is fitted to the shock absorber assembly and plays an important role
in controlling suspension movement during extreme compression.
Fits:
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
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Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
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Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
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Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
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Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
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Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005-08/08
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Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
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Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
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Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
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Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
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Porsche 996 C4 3.4L 1997-08/01
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Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
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Porsche 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
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Porsche 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
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Porsche 996 TURBO 2000-05
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Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
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Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
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Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
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Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
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Designed for use on Porsche 986 Boxster, 987 Boxster and
Cayman, and 996 Carrera models, the additional spring helps absorb impacts when
the suspension approaches the end of its travel. This protects the shock
absorber, suspension components and chassis from excessive loads while
maintaining ride quality and vehicle control.
Over time, the additional spring can deteriorate due to age,
compression cycles, road contamination and exposure to heat and moisture.
Replacing worn bump stops is an important part of any suspension overhaul and
helps restore factory suspension performance.
What Does the Shock Absorber Additional Spring Do?
The additional spring acts as a progressive cushion during
suspension compression.
Its primary functions include:
- Absorbing
extreme suspension loads
- Preventing
metal-to-metal contact
- Protecting
shock absorbers
- Protecting
suspension components
- Improving
ride comfort
- Maintaining
suspension control
- Supporting
chassis protection
- Reducing
impact harshness
It forms an important part of the suspension system,
especially during hard cornering, heavy braking or driving over uneven road
surfaces.
Why Do Additional Springs Fail?
Additional springs are constantly subjected to compression,
environmental exposure and ageing.
Common causes of failure include:
- Age-related
foam deterioration
- Repeated
compression cycles
- Road
dirt contamination
- Water
ingress
- Heat
exposure
- UV
degradation
- Physical
damage during suspension servicing
- General
wear and tear
Over time the material can crack, crumble, compress
permanently or disintegrate completely.
Symptoms of a Worn Additional Spring
Common signs of failure include:
- Visible
cracking or splitting
- Missing
sections of foam material
- Deteriorated
or crumbling bump stops
- Increased
suspension harshness
- Knocking
noises over bumps
- Reduced
ride quality
- Suspension
bottoming out
- Uneven
suspension behaviour
Many worn bump stops are only discovered during shock
absorber replacement or suspension inspections.
When Should the Additional Spring Be Replaced?
Replacement is recommended when:
- Installing
new shock absorbers
- Carrying
out suspension refurbishment
- The
spring shows visible deterioration
- Suspension
noises are present
- Ride
quality has deteriorated
- The
vehicle has covered high mileage
- Performing
preventative maintenance
- Completing
a Porsche restoration project
Most suspension specialists recommend replacing bump stops
whenever dampers are renewed.
Why Replacement Matters
A worn or damaged additional spring can reduce suspension
protection and negatively affect ride quality.
Benefits of replacement include:
- Improved
suspension performance
- Better
ride comfort
- Enhanced
shock absorber protection
- Reduced
suspension noise
- Improved
vehicle control
- Prevention
of suspension damage
- Restoration
of factory ride characteristics
- Improved
long-term reliability
Replacing this inexpensive component during suspension
maintenance can significantly improve overall suspension performance.
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