Installing Bilstein shocks
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Burning Brakes
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Installing Bilstein shocks
on all 4 corners. How hard is it? Can this be done in the driveway (no lift, no air tools, jack-stands baby!) or is it a real PITA?
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Burning Brakes
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Hmmm, according to that article, Bilsteins don't make a really noticeable difference from the Z51 shocks (which I have)....... I was hoping for a somewhat inexpensive upgrade and a weekend project.
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like everything else on here, many different opiions. Most I have read say that Bilsteins ride just like stock, but absorb bumps much better, and best of all, help with wheelhop. At $350 for all 4 or so, can't beat the price. If you go in the Z06 section DRM is running a special on the DRM Bilsteins.
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like everything else on here, many different opiions. Most I have read say that Bilsteins ride just like stock, but absorb bumps much better, and best of all, help with wheelhop. At $350 for all 4 or so, can't beat the price. If you go in the Z06 section DRM is running a special on the DRM Bilsteins.
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I did the Bilstein HD on my 05 Z51 and there was a noticeable difference, both in control and bumps in the road LOL. It was an easy swap, took maybe 2 hours because it was dark and I was taking my time. I wish Houston roads did suck so bad
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Right, but yours are 4 yrs old and approaching end of life so you will notice a difference with the new ones.
Last edited by goatts; Oct 23, 2010 at 10:16 AM.
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I have an '05 Z-51 that I put Bilstein Sports on at about 9000 miles. The difference is subtle, but it does improve both the ride quality and control of the vehicle over uneven pavement. I have no regrets and would make the change again. If the Bilsteins were more expensive it might be a more difficult choice, but for the money, I don't think you can really go wrong...
