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Old Aug 30, 2001 | 10:19 AM
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Any recommendations on good riding shocks for my 71. Delco makes a model that is pretty popular but I need part #'s.
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Old Aug 30, 2001 | 10:29 AM
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if you go to Zip Products web site at: http://store.yahoo.com/zipproducts/zip-su-88r.html, they are selling Delcos. BEWARE though that they claim they are selling Reactek shocks but they actually deliver Performer shocks. I asked about this three weeks ago and they said they would change their web site. Well, guess what? Call and ask what they are REALLY selling. Don't get me wrong. I bought four Performers from them for $105 and they ride well and look original. I don't get into my Corvette that much and they fit the bill quite nicely.

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Old Aug 30, 2001 | 11:11 AM
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Default Re: recommendations on shocks (mulchie)

I would go with a set of KYB Gas-a-just shocks. They are better than the reactek and are cheaper. They run about $25-$30 a piece.
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Old Aug 31, 2001 | 12:51 AM
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Just installed KYB gas adjust shocks. The front really needed it. I like the shocks, however, I still have a problem with the rear end bouncing out on a sharp curve when I am on the throttle. Any thoughts on this?

Got the KYBs from Summit @ about $27 each.
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