What Shocks to Use
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You need to define what "best ride" means to you. Some think feeling every pebble in the road to gain the road hugging "On Rails" control is the best ride. Others want a cushy ride and still others somewhere in between. Different shocks can produce different rides........
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But the C6 Z06 shocks seem to be a very popular choice, especially when combined with the C6 Z06 sway bars.
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I have a C5 Z51 Coupe. Added the C6 Z06 shocks. Love them. GM Partshouse has great prices on them,,,,, The ride is firm but not rough and the handling is excellent!
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c6z shocks are quite similar to 04z shocks, they are designed for the z06 springs and may be a bit over damped for a base car
they are a great inexpensive choice and would be the way to go if you were more concerned about control and money saved
but
if you're after comfort and have tame springs rates the FSD is the better choice. koni is also one of the top shock manufacturers in the world
they are a great inexpensive choice and would be the way to go if you were more concerned about control and money saved
but
if you're after comfort and have tame springs rates the FSD is the better choice. koni is also one of the top shock manufacturers in the world
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I have Bilstien Sports. Roads are ******, my car is pretty slammed makes for a pretty rough ride. Factor in the roads in your area. I would've went with Bilstien HDs instead if I had a second chance. Im going to try raising the car up about a 1/2" to see if that helps a bit.
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Koni FSD's if you want smooth and responsive
Bilstein HD if you want DD Quality and Long Lasting
http://www.customcorvetteaccessories...tteshocks.html
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Bilstein HD if you want DD Quality and Long Lasting
http://www.customcorvetteaccessories...tteshocks.html
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