Shocks
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From: Jackson Wisconsin
Shocks
While I checked the technical section I've not found it very helpful. The question is what is the recommended replacement for a stock 95 C4 for touring. While the tech section gives recommendations from good old Monroe-Matics at $25 a pair to HD Bilsteins for road racing, I just want a nice, efficient touring type ride that won't rattle the fillings in my teeth. Suggestions appreciated.
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Hi, On my 1993 with F-1 suspension (soft ride) I have the OEM Bilstein/Delco HD these are the non Z51 models. I recently bought the replacement Bilstein HD for $85 & $84 per shock free delivery no tax ( AJ USA may sell them for even less. My car has 34k miles and when I removed the shocks due to age, no leaks gas charge still perfect. I found they were as new. Since I had already purchased the new ones I kept them for future replacement. The ride is fine. I can highly recommend the Bilsteins both for their quality and longevity. I have used them on other Vettes I have owned as well as OEM on my MH although I never experienced such longevity. I mean 24 years although only 24k miles. In all fairness these were manufactured in West Germany according to the stamp and are labeled Bilsein Delco.
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Problem solved. I just ordered a set of KYB's from Shockwarehouse for $126 and a $40 rebate. I'd have preferred Bilsteins but for my riding style, I could not pass up the deal. For the weekend cruiser they get OK reviews.
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I'm not a huge fan of adjustable shocks on the average Corvette. You're just as likely to get it wrong as you are of getting it right.
I've had a half dozen different brands on my C4 and the best came from Myron Contrell at TPIS. He's since retired and I'm not sure the new owners even stock them.
My next best was a custom set of Bilsteins. They were revalved for improved ride quality. They really worked on the street. Not so good at Sebring.
I think the best value is the KYB.
Richard Newton
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I've had a half dozen different brands on my C4 and the best came from Myron Contrell at TPIS. He's since retired and I'm not sure the new owners even stock them.
My next best was a custom set of Bilsteins. They were revalved for improved ride quality. They really worked on the street. Not so good at Sebring.
I think the best value is the KYB.
Richard Newton
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From: SCMR Rat Pack'r Charter Member..Great Bend KS
With non-adjustable shocks, if the manufacturer gets it wrong (and they will get it wrong for at least 75% of the applications), you're stuck with it.