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Aug 29, 2021 | 01:28 PM

1powdercoater

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Shocks/struts

Hello, Should I replace my original struts on my 2002 Zo6. It has 41K miles. Thanks

Aug 29, 2021 | 02:04 PM

Yello95

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20 year old shocks...It won't hurt...i replaced my shocks at around 45K and it now handles much better especially with the C6Z06 shocks...

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Aug 29, 2021 | 02:53 PM

1powdercoater

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TY I had heard to use the C6 struts a few years ago. I was thinking of coil overs but just dont think I need them .

Aug 29, 2021 | 04:03 PM

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The C5 uses shocks, not struts. Due to the age of the car, I would go ahead and replace them - get some C6 Z06 shocks.

Aug 29, 2021 | 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Vetteman Jack

The C5 uses shocks, not struts. Due to the age of the car, I would go ahead and replace them - get some C6 Z06 shocks.

Aug 29, 2021 | 08:34 PM

Yello95

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TY I had heard to use the C6 struts a few years ago. I was thinking of coil overs but just dont think I need them .

I think you basically knew that they are shocks but just use the term struts...both shocks and struts serve the same purpose.....stabilization....you will not need coilovers because the C6 Z06 shocks do an excellent job at stabilizing your Vette...you won't be disappointed...you can get them from Rock Auto at good prices...email me Directly at kennyusa@att.net if you have any questions you want to ask and have some privacy...

Aug 30, 2021 | 09:12 AM

Gordy M

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For normal driving of a Corvette, the C6Z is a good, economical shock to use, if you were into autocrossing, HPDE, etc there are better ones to use.

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Aug 30, 2021 | 09:22 AM

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Aug 30, 2021 | 10:32 AM

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I agree that swapping out for C6 Z06 shocks would be a good idea. You might want to consider swapping out your sway bars for C6 Z06 sway bars at the same time. These two together will really improve your handling without breaking the bank. I agree that given what you do with the car that coilovers would be an unnecessary expense.