Is it time for new shocks?
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Is it time for new shocks?
I have a '95 coupe with 56,000 miles and have a couple of questions. I think the car still handles really tight in the twisties but at high speed (80+) it wants to float quite a bit. Is this the first sign I need new shocks? If so, I've got my eye on a set of Bilsteins for $279.
My other question concerns engine idle speed. Mine is all over the map! One time it will lug down to 400rpm and be shaking the car, another time it might be 1300 and just racing. It seems to make no difference whether the car is hot or cold. Does not affect the running or the way it launches at all. Anybody have any suggetsions? :steering:
My other question concerns engine idle speed. Mine is all over the map! One time it will lug down to 400rpm and be shaking the car, another time it might be 1300 and just racing. It seems to make no difference whether the car is hot or cold. Does not affect the running or the way it launches at all. Anybody have any suggetsions? :steering:
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Re: Is it time for new shocks? (pkvvette)
Don't know about your idle problem. As for the shocks, I have been experiencing the same issues with my 93. Of course, I have 3 times the mileage you have with the factory shocks still. I know mine are shot! You may want to look at KYB's and have your Bilsteins rebuilt/revalved. May end to be about the same price as the new Bilsteins, but you can have the valving changed to enhance the performance.
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Re: Is it time for new shocks? (pkvvette)
I have a '95 coupe with 56,000 miles and have a couple of questions. I think the car still handles really tight in the twisties but at high speed (80+) it wants to float quite a bit. Is this the first sign I need new shocks? If so, I've got my eye on a set of Bilsteins for $279.
My other question concerns engine idle speed. Mine is all over the map! One time it will lug down to 400rpm and be shaking the car, another time it might be 1300 and just racing. It seems to make no difference whether the car is hot or cold. Does not affect the running or the way it launches at all. Anybody have any suggetsions? :steering:
My other question concerns engine idle speed. Mine is all over the map! One time it will lug down to 400rpm and be shaking the car, another time it might be 1300 and just racing. It seems to make no difference whether the car is hot or cold. Does not affect the running or the way it launches at all. Anybody have any suggetsions? :steering:
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Re: Is it time for new shocks? (pkvvette)
TAKE THEM OFF AND SEND THEM TO BILSTEIN!!!
When you send them, put a note in the box stating that you want the "weekend autocross" valving.
My 94 (at 40k) was doing the same "float" on the freeway going over an overpass. It made me feel very uncomfortable. I can't tell you how much better the car handeles now. :steering:
The weekend autocross valving is not advertised, but after talking to one of their techs, he suggested it. I wanted something between stock and racing setup.
You will not regret it!!!
I did it last winter and it was something like $52 a shock. A bargain at twice the price.
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Re: Is it time for new shocks? (94 Octane)
Thanks for all the info guys. The front spoiler is in good shape, brand new as a matter of fact. How do I talk to someone at Bilstein about the weekend autocross setup? How long did it take them to do it? I might just take them off and leave the car in the garage until they can get them back to me instead of buying cheap ones for a short period of time.
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Re: Is it time for new shocks? (94 Octane)
TAKE THEM OFF AND SEND THEM TO BILSTEIN!!!
When you send them, put a note in the box stating that you want the "weekend autocross" valving.
My 94 (at 40k) was doing the same "float" on the freeway going over an overpass. It made me feel very uncomfortable. I can't tell you how much better the car handles now.
The weekend autocross valving is not advertised, but after talking to one of their techs, he suggested it. I wanted something between stock and racing setup.
You will not regret it!!!
I did it last winter and it was something like $52 a shock. A bargain at twice the price.
When you send them, put a note in the box stating that you want the "weekend autocross" valving.
My 94 (at 40k) was doing the same "float" on the freeway going over an overpass. It made me feel very uncomfortable. I can't tell you how much better the car handles now.
The weekend autocross valving is not advertised, but after talking to one of their techs, he suggested it. I wanted something between stock and racing setup.
You will not regret it!!!
I did it last winter and it was something like $52 a shock. A bargain at twice the price.
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Re: Is it time for new shocks? (pkvvette)
Got an address or phone number? How do I get in touch with them? How long did it take to get them back?
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Aftermarket and Motorsports
14102 Stowe Drive,
Poway, CA 92064
800/537-1085
http://www.bilstein.com/contact.html
Call them and tell them you want to talk to a technician. Verify the shipping address.
It took about two weeks from the time I sent them, to the time I received them back.
Tip:
Clean the outside before you send them. Bilstein only works on the valving.
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