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Nov 4, 2006 | 08:10 AM

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mbeeman350

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Originally Posted by 78CO_VETTE

I have been following your threads here and was also wondering which shocks (sports or HD'S) you decided to go with and why? I am getting ready to order some myself and would appreciate your knowledge.

I went with the HD's based on the recomedations of other forum members. I have them installed now and WOW !!! what a difference.

I have aftermarket springs in the front....not sure which ones..came with the car. I suspect they are the 460's. But with the KYB's the car was bouncy and loose. Now it is is firm, more noticable road feel, corners better. Overall the car just handles and feels more responsive.

My advise is to do a search here on the forum , there are alot of threads and osts, and decide.

I just saw a recent thread contradicting some previous posts, on which shock is more firm, the sport or the HD. I went on the assumption the sports were the stiffest of the two, for auto X and not a good daily driver type shock. Hence I chose the HD's.... best of luck

Nov 4, 2006 | 01:15 PM

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78CO_VETTE

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I just saw a recent thread contradicting some previous posts, on which shock is more firm, the sport or the HD. I went on the assumption the sports were the stiffest of the two, for auto X and not a good daily driver type shock. Hence I chose the HD's.... best of luck

Thanks mbeeman350. Yeah I did a search and that is what confused me as to which would suit my needs for more of a driver than a track car. It seems to be a toss up on here as to who uses which. Guess it boils down to personal preference. I too gathered that the HD's are a better shock for a "daily driver" Thank you for your input!