C4 Tech/Performance L98 Corvette and LT1 Corvette Technical Info, Internal Engine, External Engine

shock question 1988

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jul 2, 2005 | 11:40 AM
  #1  
BLUE BETTY's Avatar
BLUE BETTY
Thread Starter
Instructor
 
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 100
Likes: 0
From: JOPLIN MO
Default shock question 1988

does anyone know if i can use 1989 model shock on a 1988 coupe?i would like to buy a set of koni's but the do not show a front shock for the 88.
thanks
john
Reply
Old Jul 2, 2005 | 01:20 PM
  #2  
JohnyH's Avatar
JohnyH
Burning Brakes
20 Year Member
 
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 1,085
Likes: 7
From: Kanata ON.
Default

I believe they are different, should be able to check on the Bilstein web site? 88 was a unique year for some parts!

Also depends whether it's Z51 or Z52 suspension!

Last edited by JohnyH; Jul 2, 2005 at 01:24 PM.
Reply
Old Jul 2, 2005 | 03:24 PM
  #3  
vader86's Avatar
vader86
Team Owner
20 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Sep 2001
Posts: 62,159
Likes: 1,733
From: Athens AL
C7 of the Year - Unmodified Finalist 2021
C4 of Year Finalist (performance mods) 2019
Default

88 is the tricky year, not all the later 89-96 shocks will work (not FX3).

Some will, some won't. Bilstein advertises their 88 together with the 89-96 though.
Reply
Old Jul 3, 2005 | 03:30 AM
  #4  
skeet's Avatar
skeet
Melting Slicks
10 Year Member
 
Joined: Oct 2000
Posts: 2,491
Likes: 1
From: prescott AZ
Default

88 has its own application number, I would not use the 89 shock.
Reply
Old Jul 4, 2005 | 04:11 AM
  #5  
Mike_88Z51's Avatar
Mike_88Z51
Drifting
10 Year Member
 
Joined: May 1999
Posts: 1,478
Likes: 3
From: Sacramento, CA Money can't buy happiness - but it's more comfortable to cry in a Corvette than a Yugo.
Default

The 88 is a different lenght in the front than all the other C4s. I'm not sure, but I don't think Koni makes the front shock for the 88 C4 anymore. They will rebuild existing units. I have a full set of used (nop leaks) rebuildable adjustable Koni Yellow Sports for the 88 that I'm willing to sell. PM or email me if you are interested.

You might also look at the QA1s or Edlebrock units. Edlebrock didn't make a front shock for the 88 for a long time, but recently I was told they have a front shock to fit the 88 now.
Reply

Get notified of new replies

To shock question 1988





All times are GMT -4. The time now is 05:19 PM.

story-0
10 Ugly Corvettes That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Corvettes that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 10:34:17


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Most Expensive Corvettes Ever Sold on Bring A Trailer

A lot of money has changed hands at the online auction house over the years.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-03 10:21:50


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Things Every Corvette Owner Needs (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: 10 great gifts Corvette enthusiasts actually want for Father's Day!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:40


VIEW MORE
story-3
8 Most "Only Corvette Owners Understand" Quirks and Problems

Slideshow: These are the quirks, annoyances, and oddly lovable problems that every Corvette owner eventually learns to live with.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-28 09:31:39


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Reasons the C6 Z06 is Still A Performance Benchmark After 20 Years

Slideshow: 10 reasons why the C6 Z06 is still a performance benchmark after 20 years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 17:20:09


VIEW MORE
story-5
How Much Horsepower Every Corvette Engine "LOST" in 1972

Slideshow: How much horsepower every Corvette engine lost in 1972.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:54:53


VIEW MORE
story-6
Top 10 DOs and DON'Ts for Protecting Your Convertible Top!

Slideshow: How to Protect A Convertible Top: 10 DOs & DON'Ts

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-03 00:00:00


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Explosive Corvettes Ever Made: Power-to-Weight Ratio Ranked!

Slideshow: The 10 most explosive Corvettes ever built based on power-to-weight ratio.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-20 07:23:03


VIEW MORE
story-8
150 hp to 1,250 hp: Every Corvette Generation Compared by the Specs That Matter

Slideshow: From C1 to C8 we compare every Corvette generation by the numbers.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 16:54:12


VIEW MORE
story-9
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time

Slideshow: Some Corvette pace cars became collectible legends, while others perfectly captured the look and attitude of their era.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-11 09:50:51


VIEW MORE