Installed Bilistiens. Very Good.
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Burning Brakes
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Installed Bilistiens. Very Good.
Finally got them in today, and after a bit of testing, I have determined that they are awesome! Really big difference over the sense-tracks that were installed. Handles better, feels better, just all around better. 
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Originally Posted by corvettecris
Finally got them in today, and after a bit of testing, I have determined that they are awesome! Really big difference over the sense-tracks that were installed. Handles better, feels better, just all around better.
It is difficult to explain to others how much better they are. I know I was very skeptical before buying them. Now that I have them installed, I can honestly say they were worth every penny without question. They just make the car feel more "expensive" than it is.
-Mark.
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I've used some excellent Bilistiens before on other cars. Usualy if installed with a poly bushing work great. Only dissapointment i ever had was a set of 4 Bilistiens for only $100 from AutoZone on my 1/2 ton pu. I think Bilistiens sells a much lower grade shock through discount distributors - just beware.
Recently put Bilistiens in my '94 Z28 from SLP and 100% improvement. Bought car when 10 yrs old and still had original shocks - soggy and bumpy. Now passengers are impressed with ride.
Still think KYB are best shock for your dollar. cardo0
Recently put Bilistiens in my '94 Z28 from SLP and 100% improvement. Bought car when 10 yrs old and still had original shocks - soggy and bumpy. Now passengers are impressed with ride.
Still think KYB are best shock for your dollar. cardo0
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Best buy for Bilstein shocks
Anyone know the best place to buy Bilstein shocks? Looking for the best deal I can find. Can you tell I'm a bean counter?
Also, what model shock should I put on the front and rear. Don't need anything super hi performance, just something good. Have a small block 74 vert with everything on car stock. Thanks.
Also, what model shock should I put on the front and rear. Don't need anything super hi performance, just something good. Have a small block 74 vert with everything on car stock. Thanks.
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From: Illinois, USA
I just bought Billsteins as well, and I've got the front pair installed and not really had enough time to try them out. I took some advice from VB&P and paired them with new 550# springs -- which meant a larger front sway bar, installing a rear sway bar, putting in a 360# monospring in the rear with the adjustable strut rods.
Now, I'm even more chomping at the bit to get on the road.
Now, I'm even more chomping at the bit to get on the road.
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