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Old Jun 16, 2008 | 10:29 PM
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I Have A 1982 Collecters Edition In Need Of Front Shocks.can Someone Recomend Wich Shock To Use?
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Old Jun 16, 2008 | 10:48 PM
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We like to run the stock shocks on all cars we do in our shop. They won't make the car ride hard, and they work perfect.

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Old Jun 16, 2008 | 11:02 PM
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A lot of people here seem to like the Bilsteins, which is what I'm going to use when its time.
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Old Jun 16, 2008 | 11:48 PM
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I have the Edelbrock IAS shocks and like them alot. Good ride and handling.
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Old Jun 17, 2008 | 05:45 AM
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Old Jun 17, 2008 | 12:47 PM
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If originality and smooth ride is more important to you than performance, get Delco shocks. Otherwise...Edelbrock IAS are fantastic shocks...pricey but worth the cost.
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Old Jun 17, 2008 | 06:06 PM
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what about monroe sensa trac?
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Bilsteins all 4 corners
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The stock shocks from AutoZone ride very well... 22.00 each
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I REALLY like my KYB GR2's. Good ride, handling and price. I don't loose the fillings in my teeth anymore.
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Originally Posted by Attfay Elleybay
A lot of people here seem to like the Bilsteins, which is what I'm going to use when its time.
I installed Bilstein Sport shocks on mine over the winter and the ride is great. Firm but not rough or abusive.
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