Magnetic Shocks
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They're ridiculously expensive!! I opted to buy a set of takeoffs and they cost me $1600.00 installed. Call SMC Performance in Auburn, MI, they have the best deal I found. The shocks I got from them were virtually new, very pleased.
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Yes, they are very expensive. Nice when they work, but they break the bank when they need replacing.
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If you want something besides this expense, get some aftermarket shocks, Bilstein Sports, even C6Z shocks or Koni FSD and you will be fine, what I did when one of my F45 shocks started leaking. I evently upgraded to PFADT Coilovers
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Magna ride shocks
The F55 shocks I have are new Surplus, never been on a car. I have fronts and rears for the 2003-2004 C5 Corvette, and rears for C6 which are the same as C5.
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"rears for C6 which are the same as C5", I don't think so. The C6 shocks use a special fluid that is electrically charged to change the shock, they also update much quicker. The C5 shocks use electricity to change the shock valving, two completely different systems.
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From: Palmdale, Ca----- 2009 Cyber Gray 4LT A6 F55 452 RWHP 422 RWTQ- RIP 1998 C5 734 RWHP & 585 RWTQ-----
He wants to sell them and you can get all four for a good reasonable price!
You can call me: Matt -- or call Joe and let him know I sent you - 661-406-6949
His are the F55 which are different than the F45, up to 2003 then 2004+ F55!
Thanks,Matt
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http://www.c5registry.com/Production/2003/index.htm
Interesting that this super capable option is not available on their highest performance car>>>>>>>
Check your glove box door for the list of RPO's that are installed on your car or get a copy of the GMVIS for your car. The last page will list the RPO's for your VIN.
Look at the video link I posted above for the GM view of the benefits of F55.
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That being said, it looks like a system that would add considerable weight, and perhaps the Z06 is not a car that's not made to be 'comftrable'
