Shock options?
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Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2001
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From: Gig Harbor Wa
Shock options?
What options do I have for a 1970 convertible? I will be installing 460# front springs and a 7 leaf rear in the future, but want to upgrade the shocks for now. I know that bilstein's are the best, but is there a good quality cheaper alternative? The car will see no track time, just some backroad twisties.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Dec 2003
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From: Fremont CA
I have the Mid America RCSI adj shocks, they work well for my use (street, drags, & autocross.) The RCSI shocks do not have a "gas cell" so they will ride very well but may have problems for extended track sessions. They were $200 last time I checked.
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Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2001
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From: Gig Harbor Wa
Originally Posted by Solid LT1
The RCSI shocks do not have a "gas cell" so they will ride very well but may have problems for extended track sessions.
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