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Old Aug 1, 2010 | 09:52 PM
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Kill me later for the name of this thread, but need some input.


I want a shock to stiffen up my Vette. Any idea on what brand to get.

What I'm looking for is to make my vette more solid. I don't mind the bumps so don't worry.

I got the FX3 Bilstiens shocks on right now.

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Old Aug 1, 2010 | 09:54 PM
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One word-- Bilstiens
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what do you have now?????
I would like a softer ride,just a little
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Old Aug 1, 2010 | 10:01 PM
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Originally Posted by kenv
One word-- Bilstiens
That what I got on for my FX3. They move way to much for my taste. I want my body to hardly move in a turn. I hope this give a better idea.
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sway bars

and make sure you're FX3 is working properly and shocks aren't leaking
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sway bars

and make sure you're FX3 is working properly and shocks aren't leaking
I got the full Z51 package on it now.
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I got the full Z51 package on it now.
Koni or QA1 adjustables- can make em hard as a rock
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Originally Posted by socalman
Koni or QA1 adjustables- can make em hard as a rock
Never heard of these brands. You know much about them?
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Originally Posted by Blame
Never heard of these brands. You know much about them?
I know folks have used both in the C5/6.

Koni FSD-

QA1- comes with single adjustable (18 points) and dual adjustable -24 settings of damper and compression

http://qa1.thomasnet.com/item/chevro...=prod&filter=0
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Originally Posted by socalman
I know folks have used both in the C5/6.

Koni FSD-

QA1- comes with single adjustable (18 points) and dual adjustable -24 settings of damper and compression

http://qa1.thomasnet.com/item/chevro...=prod&filter=0
Thank you for the info. for the Koni I found the info on tire rack.
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I have QA1 adjustable coilovers and its great to be able to adjust at any given time. I took 2 clicks off for a Vegas drive and the Vette had a great tour suspension.

Now, its back to "normal"

If QA1 shocks are not what you are looking for then, Bilsteins HD.
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I pretty much want no play in my shocks. I know it sound weird, but it something I want to try out. I even plan on get high performance brakes to go with the shocks.
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DRM Coilovers
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Originally Posted by Goldcylon
DRM Coilovers

Many people here think the z51 is very stiff, and it is compared to a commuter car, but you really need to look to a true after market high performance shock, spring, and sway bar to step it up. You'll get the most control with a coil over system.

I would stay away from anything that is not changing everything you have in your suspension system, or you won't be happy.
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Originally Posted by pologreen1

Many people here think the z51 is very stiff, and it is compared to a commuter car, but you really need to look to a true after market high performance shock, spring, and sway bar to step it up. You'll get the most control with a coil over system.

I would stay away from anything that is not changing everything you have in your suspension system, or you won't be happy.
Oh trust me when I say this. I fell in love with the DRM coil over kit. They got a kit that will work with my FX3 shocks. The great part is it all under $1000 to buy. Which will leave room for other add on later.

Thank you all that was the item I was looking for. I can't wait to put my evil grin on when I test them out for the first time.
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Of ot os a race car, scrap the FX3 junk. It is just much more expense down the road. You can sell it, and use some money for mods.

JMO
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Originally Posted by pologreen1
Of ot os a race car, scrap the FX3 junk. It is just much more expense down the road. You can sell it, and use some money for mods.

JMO
What do you mean?
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