Shocks
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Shocks
94 6Spd coupe. I know I need my fronts cause I bottom real easy on speed bumps. But Rears seem ok and I really dont want to replace them if they dont need em.
So my question is - Is it best to replace all 4 now or can I do only my fronts.
Call me lazy but dont want to spend the money or time on rears that may, probrably dont need to be replaced.
Advice welcomed !!
So my question is - Is it best to replace all 4 now or can I do only my fronts.
Call me lazy but dont want to spend the money or time on rears that may, probrably dont need to be replaced.
Advice welcomed !!
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Yes, it is best to replace all four shocks...and yes, you can replace just the fronts.
How many miles are on the rears??
Okay, you're lazy (or cheap, or both). 
Now...the decision is yours.
Larry
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How many miles are on the rears??
Originally Posted by fjm59vette
Call me lazy
Now...the decision is yours.
Larry
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Last edited by rocco16; Nov 11, 2006 at 09:54 AM.
Drifting
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Just my .02$ worth, but I would do all four. Usually you can get a deal on four from places like Ecklers or Mid-America.
Now if your paying for someone to install them, I understand the reluctence, as everything is double if it is a Vette..............
Now if your paying for someone to install them, I understand the reluctence, as everything is double if it is a Vette..............
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It's fine to do fronts now and rears later. Just be sure to match them up. It is somewhat normal for the fronts to wear out quicker than the rear.
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Originally Posted by rocco16
Yes, it is best to replace all four shocks...and yes, you can replace just the fronts.
How many miles are on the rears??
Okay, you're lazy (or cheap, or both).
Now...the decision is yours.
Larry
code5coupe
How many miles are on the rears??
Okay, you're lazy (or cheap, or both).
Now...the decision is yours.
Larry
code5coupe
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From: langhorne
I recently replaced 
JUST THE FRONTS! on my 95 A4 w/FE1. These cars are way to soft in front IMHO. I installed a set of Z51 bilsteins. YES I am very happy with the way it rides now. Hope this helps.
AS soon as wally wallet allows I'm putin' a set on da back.
JUST THE FRONTS! on my 95 A4 w/FE1. These cars are way to soft in front IMHO. I installed a set of Z51 bilsteins. YES I am very happy with the way it rides now. Hope this helps. AS soon as wally wallet allows I'm putin' a set on da back.
Last edited by Gar; Nov 11, 2006 at 03:48 AM.
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From: Hudson FL
Not really worried about the money.... But since Im gonna attempt to do the job myself - I think Im gonna just do the fronts. Since thats where all the action (and weight) is. I really dont feel the rears need replacement.
Just wanted some constructive opinions - I guess you'll always get both !!!
Just wanted some constructive opinions - I guess you'll always get both !!!
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From: SCMR Rat Pack'r Charter Member..Great Bend KS
Originally Posted by fjm59vette
Not really worried about the money....
Originally Posted by fjm59vette
dont want to spend the money...
Larry
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From: Hudson FL
Originally Posted by rocco16
Well, which is it?
Larry
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Larry
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Just did all 4 on my 94 with HD Bilsteins. The rear has much more contact with the ground and does not come around when I hit a bump in a turn. The entire ride is much better and pleasurable to drive. Don’t have to avoid all the manholes and such I used to drive around.
I’m sure the fronts added to the better ride where now I’m not knocked around like I was before. Even the wife likes it better.
I’m sure the fronts added to the better ride where now I’m not knocked around like I was before. Even the wife likes it better.
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From: SCMR Rat Pack'r Charter Member..Great Bend KS
Originally Posted by fjm59vette
Sorry if I confused you Larry. Dont want to spend the time or money doing rears if they dont need it. That was my point from the start.
Now, keep this in mind: if the fronts are worn out, why wouldn't the rears be worn out as well? Haven't they traveled just as many miles as the front shocks....?
I'd replace them all, if it were my Corvette.
....ESPECIALLY if money was not an issue. Larry
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Last edited by rocco16; Nov 13, 2006 at 04:49 PM.
