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Dec 6, 2003 | 11:32 PM

DP77Vette

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From: Woodruff SC

St. Jude Donor '10

Shocks, again!!

This has been beat to death on here but, what do you recommend for all around use. I'm looking for a good ride, handling, etc.. I've narrowed it down to KYB's or Bilstein. The $ for KYB's are about $27, how much for Bilstein's and if they are twice as much, are they worth it for average driving?

Just coming to the experts for advice!!!

Thanks !!!

:cheers:

Dec 7, 2003 | 01:28 AM

SCVetteGuy

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Re: Shocks, again!! (DP77Vette)

You can get the Bilsteins for $250 for all four, so about $62.50 each. I have no personal experience with either, but most people seem to like the Bilsteins much more. By the way, I really need to check out your car sometime!

Dec 7, 2003 | 01:58 AM

Double Aught

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Re: Shocks, again!! (DP77Vette)

Do a search on shocks in the C3 section. I posted in a few threads lately and the Bilstiens are the way to go. Don't look back, just buy them and you will be a happy camper...like this guy :D . Here is the latest thread--- http://forums.corvetteforum.com/zerothread?id=700203

[Modified by sd pacecar, 11:00 PM 12/6/2003]

Dec 7, 2003 | 09:39 AM

Jvette73

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Re: Shocks, again!! (DP77Vette)

BILSTIEN!!!!! and be done with it

Dec 7, 2003 | 12:29 PM

DP77Vette

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St. Jude Donor '10

Re: Shocks, again!! (DP77Vette)

OK! Seems like Bilstein's are the shock of choice. Now where is the best place to get them? What about Jegs or Summit, do they carry them?

Dec 7, 2003 | 01:11 PM

aharte

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Re: Shocks, again!! (DP77Vette)

I replaced my KYB's with Bilstein's. They were a big improvement. I got them from Van Steel.

Dec 7, 2003 | 01:30 PM

Smokehouse69

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Re: Shocks, again!! (DP77Vette)

I've got AC Delco Reactrec shocks on my car, they are about $30 a piece and are supposed to be very close to the shocks that came on cars with F41 suspension. I used to know the part numbers, but I can't find my notes on them. I like them a lot.