Shock Replacement
Le Mans Master
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From: Myrtle Beach SC
St. Jude Donor '05-'06
Originally Posted by Bruce
I have FX3 on my car. Can I get rid the FX3 and install KYB shock???
KYB's are the best bang for the buck for all around driving IMHO.
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Instructor
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From: Helotes TX
Thanks for all the input. After doing some research I am going with the KYB's. They seem to be the best all around shock for a street only vehicle. The Konis were considered but I think they will cause more ride issues on the street than they will cure. Dave McClellan even mentioned in his book that the 1984 Z51 suspension ride problems were related more to the shocks being overdamped to control the springs than the springs themselves.
Anyway, I appreciate everyones feedback. I am doing the shocks, trailing arm bushings, rear spring bushings and front swaybar bushings (all P.U.) in the next few weeks
Anyway, I appreciate everyones feedback. I am doing the shocks, trailing arm bushings, rear spring bushings and front swaybar bushings (all P.U.) in the next few weeks
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Instructor
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From: Helotes TX
Quick follow-up: I installed the KYB's today. They are just about perfect for the roads in San Antonio. Great ride, much less jarring under compression and less lift on rebound, no more floatiness or quiver in the steering wheel. More of a "european" feel. For $128.75 from Summit Racing and 2.0hrs of labor, the return in how the car feels is incredible.
Thanks to everyone for their input
Thanks to everyone for their input
Le Mans Master
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From: Myrtle Beach SC
St. Jude Donor '05-'06
Originally Posted by Bruce
Well, I need new shocks soon. The FX3 are expensive. I just thinking of the alternative with out costing an arm and leg
