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Koni Shocks on C5...what a difference..
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Koni Shocks on C5...what a difference..
I just installed the new Koni shocks on my ZO6, w. 2k miles on it--and it was like night and day!
One of the things that I did not like was the way the car was skiddish in turns, bumps, and uneven surfaces...especially under accelleration. Well I've had Koni's on several street and track cars, and I opted to give them a try---as they have a special Corvette Package of front/rear shocks...
To put it simply..they made the car drive much more securely on the road--not harsher or harder, but more firm. It eliminated the "skiddishness" on bumps, etc. which allows you to turn and accellerate quicker out of turns...and plants the rear end firmly....it might hit a bump--but then sticks..giving the driver much greater security in driving.
I'd highly recommend that you consider this option as a means of enhancing the driveablity of your C5....!!
Koni has only recently developed this Corvette specific shock....and have done a good job with it, in my opinion.
If you'd like more input, email me directly.
Our new LZ 19" wheels are now app 2 weeks away from arriving and you can see them on my car --click on this link--
http://www.ronalusa.com/cars/cars_ht...y_c5vette.html
Anyone want the new ZO6 shocks for their C5?
One of the things that I did not like was the way the car was skiddish in turns, bumps, and uneven surfaces...especially under accelleration. Well I've had Koni's on several street and track cars, and I opted to give them a try---as they have a special Corvette Package of front/rear shocks...
To put it simply..they made the car drive much more securely on the road--not harsher or harder, but more firm. It eliminated the "skiddishness" on bumps, etc. which allows you to turn and accellerate quicker out of turns...and plants the rear end firmly....it might hit a bump--but then sticks..giving the driver much greater security in driving.
I'd highly recommend that you consider this option as a means of enhancing the driveablity of your C5....!!
Koni has only recently developed this Corvette specific shock....and have done a good job with it, in my opinion.
If you'd like more input, email me directly.
Our new LZ 19" wheels are now app 2 weeks away from arriving and you can see them on my car --click on this link--
http://www.ronalusa.com/cars/cars_ht...y_c5vette.html
Anyone want the new ZO6 shocks for their C5?
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Re: Koni Shocks on C5...what a difference.. (jmX)
I have bilstein sports on my C5 and they are horrible. I cant stand these thigns. :U
It seems like several other people here on the forum love them. But I guess that's why they call it opinions. :D
Team Owner
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Re: Koni Shocks on C5...what a difference.. (The One)
Ah hindsight. I wanted F45 when I was shopping and now I wish I would've gotten base suspension or Z51 so I could do more upgrades.....
oh well, the Z06 bars and metal end-links are going on tomorrow.
oh well, the Z06 bars and metal end-links are going on tomorrow.
Drifting
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Re: Koni Shocks on C5...what a difference.. (Tuan Le)
No, not to harsh. They just dont dampen at all...maybe they are blown...when I got the car, the shocks had been on for a good 6-7k miles. I never really noticed them sucking until about 3k miles later.
Through certain bumpy roads the car just gets crazy as the shock cant seem to keep up with it. I'm hoping the koni's will take care of that.
Bilsteins seemed great on my Camaro, but then again it has a solid rear axle so bumpy stuff always sucked. :lol:
Through certain bumpy roads the car just gets crazy as the shock cant seem to keep up with it. I'm hoping the koni's will take care of that.
Bilsteins seemed great on my Camaro, but then again it has a solid rear axle so bumpy stuff always sucked. :lol:
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Re: Koni Shocks on C5...what a difference.. (jmX)
jmX, I believe Bilstein Sport shocks carry a lifetime warranty - the ones for my VWs do. Check on that, if it's anything as convenient as warrantying Rancho shocks, you should be able to get a replacement set easily, for the cost of shipping.
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Re: Koni Shocks on C5...what a difference.. (jmX)
Pull the shock off and see if it still functions. Shocks wear is an all or nothing event. It either has sprung a leak and does not work, or works.
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Re: Koni Shocks on C5...what a difference.. (MelloYellow)
JMX, what springs does your car have? Did it intially have the BASE suspension? If so, that is your problem.. The Bilsteins really need the extra stiffness of the Z51 springs.
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Re: Koni Shocks on C5...what a difference.. (Gary@ronal)
Agreed! The Koni's absolutely rock. Have had Bilsteins and the Konis are definitely a cut above and a nice compromise from the epexnsive remote reservoir Penskes and JRZs. The are around $210/ea at Tire Rack. Highly recommended. Oh, and they are safe for lowering too.
