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Old Oct 6, 2024 | 03:15 PM
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looking to replace AC Delco shocks on my stock 78. Looking for recommendations for a good cruising shock. Thanks
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Bilstien's. Great shocks. Heaps better than the AC Delcos
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How did you like the AC Delco's BTW?

Were they double-acting? (dampen on both stroke directions)

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Bilstien's. Great shocks. Heaps better than the AC Delcos
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Smooth Ride = Monroe Sensa Trak...not designed for high speed curves / just cruising.
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Ac delcos suck if you really drive the car. The rubber on mine failed within a year. Warranty a joke. Bilsteins to start would have been worth it.
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Didn’t like to much. Honestly not sure on the double-acting
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Thanks for the info guys ! Much appreciated
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