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Old Feb 11, 2022 | 04:55 PM
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I recently upgraded my shocks from stock to C6ZO6. Happy with the C6ZO6 as far as adding stability to the car. But, when driving on a mildly rough road I get a loud banging from the Chassis, like the frame is hitting the bump stops. I find this annoying. Anybody else have this with this upgrade?

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Old Feb 11, 2022 | 05:34 PM
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Originally Posted by jbbowtie
I recently upgraded my shocks from stock to C6ZO6. Happy with the C6ZO6 as far as adding stability to the car. But, when driving on a mildly rough road I get a loud banging from the Chassis, like the frame is hitting the bump stops. I find this annoying. Anybody else have this with this upgrade?

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Very common upgrade. I did mine with 2013 Z06 shocks a couple years back. Nothing like you are describing occurred.
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Old Feb 11, 2022 | 06:52 PM
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Ed thanks for your response
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Are they used z06 shocks? High miles? Sometimes they need to be replaced. I have an 07 g6 with 178k miles. The front struts have been banging the stops when hitting bumps or rough roads similar to what you described since maybe 140k miles i've been meaning to change them.
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Justin I purchase these new and feel they are.
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Originally Posted by jbbowtie
Justin I purchase these new and feel they are.
Oh ok wasnt sure if you had put a used set on. When i look up shocks they say c5 c6 97-11 models not sure. Mine were replaced with new shocks but i dont know if theyre later style or stock replacements.
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The shocks were basically the c5Z shock and valved for the heavier LS7 engine. If you have slammed your car, you are more than likely hitting the bump stocks.
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