Topic: Shocks on my 68
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Shocks are 23 years old but little mileage on the 68.. Monroe shocks.
I am sure there has been some improvement in shocks in all those year. Any suggestions on a good shock for regular driver.
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KYBs are the mosy popular from my experience...
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I have KYB gas adjust on both vettes and I'm happy with them.
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The regular AC/Delco gas shocks are fine for daily drivers, and much cheaper, too.
Not that the KYBs aren't good, or worth the $$$....just saying for a driver that don't get driven hard, the AC/Delcos work pretty well.
Not that the KYBs aren't good, or worth the $$$....just saying for a driver that don't get driven hard, the AC/Delcos work pretty well.
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I'd go with the AC shocks...they'll do for all but the most sporting purposes. If not AC, I'd spend the money and get a set of Edelbrock IAS shocks...as good as shocks get.
I had KYB gas a just on my 71 convert, and switched to blistein sport shocks the ride was like night and day. I know it was better because the wife noticed it and she just doesn't care about car stuff so that just goes to show you the differance.You can pick up a set for about 235.00 if you shop around and it is worth you time.............my .02
For what its worth, I also prefer the Bilstein Sport shocks!
Jaws79 2011-01-03 06:40:44
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Ok..so we got KYB..Bilstien and stock shocks..if he wants stock parts ie.. Judge quality, what and where can they be found? I think another thing that may come up is how to get them off the lower arm In the rear..
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