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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 02:54 PM
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I'm really considering getting a set of Bilsteins for my car. I've read the posts of everyone saying how great they are. And they sound like a good idea, especially with how bad this car bounces. But where's the cheapest place to get them? Most places I've seen have the total set around $300. Eckler's has the set for $250. But I was curious if any place had them for cheaper. I don't believe Summit has them. (Though I wish they did) Also, there seems to be 2 options, Heavy Duty, and Sport. Could someone tell me the differences in the two? Thanks as always.
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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 03:37 PM
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Paid about $250, but cannot remember where I got them. :rolleyes:
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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 05:40 PM
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Check out http://www.vbandp.com. I think that's Vette Brakes web site anyway. Mine came with my suspension kit from Vette Brakes so i don't know what they get for a set.

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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 06:42 PM
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$250 is pretty much the normal selling price no matter what vendor you go to. Since your a forum member and you missed our last group purchase, I'll sell them to you for $240. plus shipping. You will want to go with the Sport. They are a better riding shock. Give me a call.
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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 09:48 PM
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Buy them from Dan great guy and the service is good :D
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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 10:18 PM
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I just put a set of Bilstiens on my Expedition two weeks ago.
They're great...even on a truck.Much less lean on turn,quick response on dips.
Great shocks.
I'm sorry I didn't go for the extra $$ on my '69 two years ago.I went with Delco.They're ok but far from Bilstiens.
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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 10:18 PM
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:iagree: both MotorHead and I got ours from Vansteel (Dan) great guy and good forum supporter.
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Old Jul 21, 2003 | 10:37 PM
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Try these out you wont be sorry KONI front #8040-1019 rear 8040-1020 :cool: tele#1-859-586-4100 / http://www.koni-na.com :cheers:
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I've got them on my 4X4. Going to put them on the vette too.
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Old Jul 22, 2003 | 09:40 AM
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I have them on the 80 vette, 01 dualle, 70 Monte Carlo, and soon on the 97 Blazer. Great shock.

Thanks to all of the above
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Old Jul 22, 2003 | 10:56 AM
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I love the difference they made on my '82. Worth every cent!
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Old Jul 22, 2003 | 02:25 PM
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Thanks Dan, now I just have to see if I can fit this in my budget!!! :rolleyes:
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