when to replace shocks
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From: webster ny
when to replace shocks
Well I just started reading another post about replacing shocks and it got me to thinking.
I have a 79 vette with low mileage (40k) but should I be thinking about replacing my shocks due to age? I really dont want to unless they are bad, but what is the best way to test?
I have heard of pushing down on the car to see if it bounces - is that a good test for a vettes shocks? Thanks,
Hef
I have a 79 vette with low mileage (40k) but should I be thinking about replacing my shocks due to age? I really dont want to unless they are bad, but what is the best way to test?
I have heard of pushing down on the car to see if it bounces - is that a good test for a vettes shocks? Thanks,
Hef
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Vette shocks are like any other shocks, so the bounce test is valid. If it has the original shocks I would replace them. They're not that expensive unless you want speciality shocks.
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$25 for KYB GR-1s and $30 for KYB Gas-a-just from Summit.
Those shocks are 27 years old, you really think time is kind to shocks? I'd replace them just for piece of mind. Am I ever glad that I did, too!
Those shocks are 27 years old, you really think time is kind to shocks? I'd replace them just for piece of mind. Am I ever glad that I did, too!
Drifting
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KYB GasAjust shocks.....
A corvette should handle and with 27 year old shocks,... its not able to do that. The gasajust stiffen the ride a bit and make the car handle better. There a major upgrade even over new OEM shocks.
For the $30 a piece you can't beat it...
Dan
A corvette should handle and with 27 year old shocks,... its not able to do that. The gasajust stiffen the ride a bit and make the car handle better. There a major upgrade even over new OEM shocks.
For the $30 a piece you can't beat it...
Dan
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Originally Posted by Hef
Well I just started reading another post about replacing shocks and it got me to thinking.
I have a 79 vette with low mileage (40k) but should I be thinking about replacing my shocks due to age? I really dont want to unless they are bad, but what is the best way to test?
I have heard of pushing down on the car to see if it bounces - is that a good test for a vettes shocks? Thanks,
Hef
I have a 79 vette with low mileage (40k) but should I be thinking about replacing my shocks due to age? I really dont want to unless they are bad, but what is the best way to test?
I have heard of pushing down on the car to see if it bounces - is that a good test for a vettes shocks? Thanks,
Hef
Racer
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From: Jupiter fla
KYB shocks...YES
Go to the KYB web site.
I bought a set direct..shipped for $84.12
FREE shipping!
Dave
www.kybshocks.com
I bought a set direct..shipped for $84.12
FREE shipping!
Dave
www.kybshocks.com
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From: San Diego CA
Originally Posted by A72COUPEDT
Go to the KYB web site.
I bought a set direct..shipped for $84.12
FREE shipping!
Dave
www.kybshocks.com
I bought a set direct..shipped for $84.12
FREE shipping!
Dave
www.kybshocks.com
Melting Slicks
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From: Sydney
Why not replace them with some Bilstein Sport Shocks? 
I can't wait for mine from www.VBandP.com (they are a supporting vendor and offer forum discounts)..................gee I bet they are going to make such a difference - as the shocks on my vette at the moment are leaking oil :o thats if they have any left to leak! 
I can't wait for mine from www.VBandP.com (they are a supporting vendor and offer forum discounts)..................gee I bet they are going to make such a difference - as the shocks on my vette at the moment are leaking oil :o thats if they have any left to leak!
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From: Jersey Shore Exit 98
best low $$ upgrade you can make. new shocks and tires will make your old car ride new again. do it. I have the bilstein lov'em. next I'm going to replace the old springs front & rear.