and I didn't want to waste a service visit. Mike said it was not a problem.
Installed the Bilsteins!
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Installed the Bilsteins!
Installed the shocks yesterday, finally got rid of the F-45 system. Quite a difference- car rides likes it's on rails. The Bilstiens combined with the Hotchkiss sways makes a big difference over stock. 
Now that the suspension is complete, exhaust is next!
Happy New Year to all!
Now that the suspension is complete, exhaust is next!
Happy New Year to all!
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From: Jacksonville Florida
Originally Posted by DBL001
I know your saying it's complete but did you ever consider stiffer springs?
If you don't have it yet, need to consider adding in your suspension upgrade. I have Z06 springs, Bilstein Sports shock and Hotchkis Sway bar then lowered it about an inch = awesome handling (IMHO)
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From: Issaquah Wa.
Originally Posted by caster
Installed the shocks yesterday, finally got rid of the F-45 system. Quite a difference- car rides likes it's on rails. The Bilstiens combined with the Hotchkiss sways makes a big difference over stock.
Now that the suspension is complete, exhaust is next!
Happy New Year to all!
Now that the suspension is complete, exhaust is next!
Happy New Year to all!
Sounds like your on your way brother and you got your ducks ina row!!!
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One of these days, I'll get around to installing mine. Maybe when it stops raining 
. I'll def be reporting my evaluation. Right now, my biggest complaint seems to the that the rear rebound damping is too weak. I'm hoping the Billys fix that.
. I'll def be reporting my evaluation. Right now, my biggest complaint seems to the that the rear rebound damping is too weak. I'm hoping the Billys fix that.
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Good work! I did mine last summer and yes it rides like on rails. I used Z06 hardware. Were you shocked at how heavy those F45 shocks are?? I think I got a 40 pound weight savings out of this mod. Dealer did the install...only charged me $25 for the F45 deprogramming ...lots more for the hard labor!
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Originally Posted by $$$frumnuttin'
Dealer did the install...only charged me $25 for the F45 deprogramming ...lots more for the hard labor!
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I did the same set up except Z06 Sway Bars, with Bilsteins, just need alingment now, but I went to the dealer today and they said they do not know if they can deprogram the F45, they have to call the techline and get back to me, so I guess that means we will call you back and jack you on the price, I will let you guys know what they say.
