Shocks
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Heel & Toe
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Shocks
It's time for a new set of shocks. '95 C4 6-speed. 57,000 miles. Everyday driver (approx 70 miles/day highway). Live in the NE. Should I stick with the Bilsteins or are there other brands I should be considering based on cold weather conditions and daily use?
Thanks.
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The cheapest I've seen for 4 is www.ecklers.com
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Burning Brakes
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I just received Bilsteins from www.ajusa.com I only ordered the 2 rear ones for my 96. The Bilsteins seem to be nearly the same price everywhere, but ajusa comes with free shipping.
Other items on their site seem very competitive price wise, so if you're looking for something else, check back there sometime. I have been happy with their service.
Do a search for shocks and you'll find some other good opinions.
Good luck.
Other items on their site seem very competitive price wise, so if you're looking for something else, check back there sometime. I have been happy with their service.
Do a search for shocks and you'll find some other good opinions.
Good luck.
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Have you priced out having them rebuilt by Bilstein? IIRC it's about $50/shock
<edit> Just looked on their site. It's $65 for non-FX3 shocks and $100 for FX3.
<edit> Just looked on their site. It's $65 for non-FX3 shocks and $100 for FX3.
Last edited by 94z07fx3; Jan 11, 2007 at 02:27 PM.
Le Mans Master
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Depends on how much you're willing to spend. I have KYB on mine.
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If money isn't a factor, go with Bilstein or Koni, which is one step above Bilstein. As expected, Koni is more money than Bilstein. If you're looking for an inexpensive, but good performance shock, KYB is the way to go.
