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Peugeot 408 Owners/ Fans Thread [V4], Motion & Emotion
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SKYjack
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Mar 1 2021, 11:35 AM
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QUOTE(sylverJTR14 @ Feb 10 2021, 02:22 PM) Sifus, my front absorbers are making the squeaking sound whenever I go over the hump. What will be the damage to get this replaced? And do we install the same type of absorbers or there are better options for our pug? I always wondered if 2.0 and 1.6T 408 are using the same absorber or not? Cz I know 2.0 feels softer n more comfort(from my testdriving years ago). So the stiffness in our 1.6T is bcz of different spring rate? Or our entire suspension system is different from 2.0? Appreciate some information on this  There's a whole range in shock absorbers. It all depends what's your preference & price varies accordingly. Some of us feel THP suspension setup is a little harsh. This is great for handling but its at the expense of comfort. If you are looking for greater comfort, its advisable to change shocks + springs. if you want greater handling, that also possible. Price varies on choice. This post has been edited by SKYjack: Mar 1 2021, 11:38 AM
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sylverJTR14 P
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Mar 2 2021, 12:48 PM
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QUOTE(therain01 @ Feb 19 2021, 08:42 AM) Normally replacing the absorber mounting would fix the issue. Yes 2.0 strut is softer but they are interchangeable with 1.6T. Spring rate are different though. Thank you for the info
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sylverJTR14 P
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Mar 2 2021, 12:52 PM
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QUOTE(SKYjack @ Mar 1 2021, 11:35 AM) There's a whole range in shock absorbers. It all depends what's your preference & price varies accordingly. Some of us feel THP suspension setup is a little harsh. This is great for handling but its at the expense of comfort. If you are looking for greater comfort, its advisable to change shocks + springs. if you want greater handling, that also possible. Price varies on choice. Is it possible to have comfort and good handling, i think 407 falls in this handling criteria right? Any speciality shop i can go to get a good suspension set up? Can Bros Auto do this?
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sylverJTR14 P
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Mar 2 2021, 12:54 PM
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QUOTE(djboycalvin @ Feb 15 2021, 10:45 AM) nice rim btw u looking for your headlamp  retrofit ? Yea i just retrofitted my headlamps. Keeping fingers crossed that it won't get noticed by the authority. Lolz.
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djboycalvin
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Mar 2 2021, 01:26 PM
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QUOTE(sylverJTR14 @ Mar 2 2021, 12:54 PM) Yea i just retrofitted my headlamps. Keeping fingers crossed that it won't get noticed by the authority. Lolz. haha no worry bro, i think those police not really concern on it .. Been survey to retrofit my headlamp also so costly .. wondering to DIY but after some youtube tutorial i found it abit risky .. btw you DIY retrofit ? or send to shop ? how much ya ?
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ayamxxx
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Mar 2 2021, 04:45 PM
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QUOTE(sylverJTR14 @ Mar 2 2021, 12:54 PM) Yea i just retrofitted my headlamps. Keeping fingers crossed that it won't get noticed by the authority. Lolz. Jeleous with your light output. Even stock headlamp LED/Hid light output lose to your Retrofit This post has been edited by ayamxxx: Mar 2 2021, 04:46 PM
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SKYjack
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Mar 3 2021, 10:20 AM
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QUOTE(sylverJTR14 @ Mar 2 2021, 12:52 PM) Is it possible to have comfort and good handling, i think 407 falls in this handling criteria right? Any speciality shop i can go to get a good suspension set up? Can Bros Auto do this? 407 is a timeless design, it lives forever. It has good handling, not sure about comfort level. In the sense , is it better than 408thp! One thing which it certainly lacks is power. Comfort against handling is always a trade off one against another. However it is possible to reach a happy medium. 408thp suspension being sports tuned is a very level of handling, like a sports car! As i dont tear down the road like a F1 drive, decided to compromise handling to comfort. I had decided on changing to softer absorbers , springs & higher profile tyres. Started to use 50 profile Goodyear Excellence tyres. Comfort has improved 20%. I'd say handling remains the same for my style of driving, even fast corners. When I need to change absorbers will change springs too. Yes you can consult Bros Auto. They'll give you proper advise! This post has been edited by SKYjack: Mar 3 2021, 10:29 AM
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Pugbunny
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Mar 7 2021, 10:03 AM
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Look at this Coupe like beauty. This post has been edited by Pugbunny: Mar 7 2021, 10:04 AM
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Pugbunny
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Mar 7 2021, 10:13 AM
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I have been thinking to fit lower spring for 408 NA. Quoted with installation fee about RM1.1k for the Vogtland spring (for 308). Understand that changing the spring without the changing the correct absorbers to match the lower spring would damage the stock absorbers. Any have changed to lower sport spring? Any comment? Another thing, can this cataclean additive really work to clean the deposits built up in catalytic converter? This post has been edited by Pugbunny: Mar 7 2021, 10:14 AM
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SKYjack
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Mar 7 2021, 10:43 AM
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QUOTE(Pugbunny @ Mar 7 2021, 10:13 AM) I have been thinking to fit lower spring for 408 NA. Quoted with installation fee about RM1.1k for the Vogtland spring (for 308). Understand that changing the spring without the changing the correct absorbers to match the lower spring would damage the stock absorbers. Any have changed to lower sport spring? Any comment? Another thing, can this cataclean additive really work to clean the deposits built up in catalytic converter?  Yes mismatched spring & absorber will cause damage to absorber. It's best to get some professional advise! This cabon cleaner additive works on piston only. Since its added to fuel, the vales do not get cleaned. Quite alot of carbon builds up behind valve area. That needs to be cleaned also. My sggestion would be walnut blast. I'm waiting on interstate travell lift. Already made appointment at Renautech for walnut blast with major service. This post has been edited by SKYjack: Mar 7 2021, 10:46 AM
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Pugbunny
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Mar 7 2021, 12:15 PM
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QUOTE(SKYjack @ Mar 7 2021, 10:43 AM) Yes mismatched spring & absorber will cause damage to absorber. It's best to get some professional advise! This cabon cleaner additive works on piston only. Since its added to fuel, the vales do not get cleaned. Quite alot of carbon builds up behind valve area. That needs to be cleaned also. My sggestion would be walnut blast. I'm waiting on interstate travell lift. Already made appointment at Renautech for walnut blast with major service. Okay, thanks a lot
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ayamxxx
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Mar 10 2021, 02:48 AM
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QUOTE(SKYjack @ Mar 7 2021, 10:43 AM) Yes mismatched spring & absorber will cause damage to absorber. It's best to get some professional advise! This cabon cleaner additive works on piston only. Since its added to fuel, the vales do not get cleaned. Quite alot of carbon builds up behind valve area. That needs to be cleaned also. My sggestion would be walnut blast. I'm waiting on interstate travell lift. Already made appointment at Renautech for walnut blast with major service. Is the na come with gdi as turbo?
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SKYjack
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Mar 10 2021, 09:56 AM
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QUOTE(ayamxxx @ Mar 10 2021, 02:48 AM) Is the na come with gdi as turbo? Yes 408NA is a DI engine.PSA has stopped production of this engine.Prince is further developed for a wider use. But don't know the future of any IC engine in Europe. All ICs are banned in CBD area from 2025! This post has been edited by SKYjack: Mar 10 2021, 10:02 AM
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Acoen
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Mar 11 2021, 02:07 PM
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QUOTE(SKYjack @ Mar 10 2021, 11:56 AM) Yes 408NA is a DI engine.PSA has stopped production of this engine.Prince is further developed for a wider use. But don't know the future of any IC engine in Europe. All ICs are banned in CBD area from 2025! I only know 408 NA is 16-valve VVT catalyst engine. I guess the engine model is EW10A. Don't think it's a DI engine cos the pickup very slow haha
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Pugbunny
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Mar 13 2021, 11:38 AM
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Dear all, don't forget to register or re-confirm your vehicle ownership with BAASB the new distributor. Any product recall, we can be contacted: https://ascrm.baasb.com.my/custportal/#/mai...wnership-update
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redleaf
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Mar 15 2021, 08:21 PM
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All i m letting go my peugeot 408 2.0 NA.. very well maintained and no issues so far for all these years other than regular maintenance. let me know if any of you interested
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sylverJTR14 P
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Mar 20 2021, 10:00 PM
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QUOTE(djboycalvin @ Mar 2 2021, 01:26 PM) haha no worry bro, i think those police not really concern on it .. Been survey to retrofit my headlamp also so costly .. wondering to DIY but after some youtube tutorial i found it abit risky .. btw you DIY retrofit ? or send to shop ? how much ya ? Hahaha actually you are right, I go thru so many road blocks but police dont care also. But at the same time I dont wanna cari pasal with JPJ also. I actually did it myself. Only hard part is to remove the lense, I use hair drier only, hahaha. Oh, and be sure to get the sealant ready if you gonna diy. Cz when u reattach the lense, u need to apply new sealant, if not sure moisture will get it. And also, be very careful with the plastics parts of the light assembly, can easily crack.
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sylverJTR14 P
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Mar 20 2021, 10:04 PM
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QUOTE(SKYjack @ Mar 3 2021, 10:20 AM) 407 is a timeless design, it lives forever. It has good handling, not sure about comfort level. In the sense , is it better than 408thp! One thing which it certainly lacks is power. Comfort against handling is always a trade off one against another. However it is possible to reach a happy medium. 408thp suspension being sports tuned is a very level of handling, like a sports car! As i dont tear down the road like a F1 drive, decided to compromise handling to comfort. I had decided on changing to softer absorbers , springs & higher profile tyres. Started to use 50 profile Goodyear Excellence tyres. Comfort has improved 20%. I'd say handling remains the same for my style of driving, even fast corners. When I need to change absorbers will change springs too. Yes you can consult Bros Auto. They'll give you proper advise! Thank you so much for the info. Yes I plan to get my suspension done at bros. And waiting for my Primacy 3St to wear out properly(these touring tires actually can last longer in my experience), then I'm gonna chg my profile from 50 back to 45. Hehehe.
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paramdav
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Mar 23 2021, 11:36 PM
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hi Bros
I plan to sell my pug, 408 2.0 NA year 2012 Done 117,000 KM
what is the best price i can get
Thanks
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SKYjack
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Mar 24 2021, 09:36 AM
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QUOTE(sylverJTR14 @ Mar 20 2021, 10:04 PM) Thank you so much for the info. Yes I plan to get my suspension done at bros. And waiting for my Primacy 3St to wear out properly(these touring tires actually can last longer in my experience), then I'm gonna chg my profile from 50 back to 45. Hehehe. 45 profile will reduce comfort. I'd suggest keeping to 50 profile!
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