Shock Replacement
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Instructor
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From: Helotes TX
Shock Replacement
I need to replace the OEM Bilsteins on my 96 LT1 Convertible with the FE1 suspension. I have both RD racing bars and the optional hardtop. I am looking for a "euro" ride, firm yet compliant and hope to minimize or eliminate the "jiggles" from the structure, especially in the rear. I do not autocross, etc.
The choices are:
- Stock FE1 Bilsteins
- Convertible Z51 Bilsteins
- Edelbrock
- Any other reccommendations
The choices are:
- Stock FE1 Bilsteins
- Convertible Z51 Bilsteins
- Edelbrock
- Any other reccommendations
Drifting
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From: Port McNicoll Ontario
It's too bad we can't see your full question before we vote.
I put the KYBs on my car last week. I only have the worn out originals to compare them to.
With that said they feel great.
I also have the RD Camber brace.
I put the KYBs on my car last week. I only have the worn out originals to compare them to.
With that said they feel great.
I also have the RD Camber brace.
Race Director
Joined: Feb 2003
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From: Rockledge Florida
St. Jude Donor '07 thru '14, '24
Check other post for opinions on KYB's. I switched a few months ago.
And I really like the new ride on the highway and bumby roads, the
handling was a bit (but not much) better with the stock schocks.
And I really like the new ride on the highway and bumby roads, the
handling was a bit (but not much) better with the stock schocks.
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St. Jude Donor '04-'05-'06-'07
Originally Posted by 87 rag
It's too bad we can't see your full question before we vote.
I put the KYBs on my car last week. I only have the worn out originals to compare them to.
With that said they feel great.
I also have the RD Camber brace.
I put the KYBs on my car last week. I only have the worn out originals to compare them to.
With that said they feel great.
I also have the RD Camber brace.
I have the KYBs and DO autocross and I'm pleased with them. I also have R-D's camber brace, cross frame and cross bar. The KYBs cured the shudder that I had w/ my original, albeit, worn out Bilsteins, and that was long before I had any of R-D's products installed. I've had them for probably over 25K miles and they're still working well. Bang for the buck, I doubt you can beat them. They're a very good compromise between ride and handling. BTW, I also have the FE1 suspension.
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From: Hewitt NJ
Originally Posted by byebyeL98
if you want to spend a little more $$, these are great!
Melting Slicks
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From: Hewitt NJ
Originally Posted by Texas CE
So what I am seeing is that Bilsteins are not the way to go. I guess the same goes for the Edelbrocks.
Where do I find the Konis for the least $$$$$$$$$$$$$?
Where do I find the Konis for the least $$$$$$$$$$$$$?
Melting Slicks
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From: Rochester NY
Originally Posted by Hot Rod 90
why would you consciously invoke a downgrade like that? 
