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Old Sep 25, 2002 | 05:41 PM
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I have a 67/427/390 car and i want to put new shocks on it With the 427 suspension do i need something special I would like to just put a good riding shock on it nothing special Could i use the zip shock package
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Old Sep 25, 2002 | 05:43 PM
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There is a LOT out there to choose from, by that I mean you can get shocks for racing, touring, soft ride, hard ride, etc.... as well as gas shocks... personally I like the gas adjustables, Koni makes a nice set, expensive but worth it.... :yesnod: :smash:
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Old Sep 25, 2002 | 06:24 PM
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Default Re: HELP On new shocks (achapman)

Andy makes a good point; a lot to choose from. Monroe "Sensatrack" (sp?)are a very reasonable priced shock for cruising around town!

Dave
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Old Sep 25, 2002 | 06:57 PM
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Suggest Spax shocks. With their 9-way adjustable rebound damping, you can tune the ride/handling to whatever you want. With fixed damping shocks you don't know what you bought until you install them on the car and drive it.
http://www.spax.co.uk

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Old Sep 27, 2002 | 01:47 PM
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THANK`S YOU ALL OF YOU
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Old Sep 29, 2002 | 12:45 AM
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Default Re: HELP On new shocks (piper)

My money would go for MONROE SENSA-TRAK 's. I've put them on
several vehicles and they ride smooth but firm-up under compression.
A good all-around compromise in my book.
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