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Topic: what front shocks ?

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what front shocks ?

Posted: 11/6/09 7:30am Message 1 of 8
frstvette
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Fresno, TX - USA
Joined: 1/15/2007
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Vette(s): 1980 corvette
What is the best bang for buck? wanting to buy new shocks want both comfort and handling. I also may cut the springs a little bit so it will fit over my 255/45/17 tire


  
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what front shocks ?

Posted: 11/6/09 8:34am Message 2 of 8
VetteSpecialties
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Mounds View, MN - USA
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Vette(s): 70 LT1 coupe, 69 350 HP coupe, 69 390HP 427 coupe, 71 LS5 convert, 85 coupe, 93 coupe
Our most popular shock is the KYB Gas adjust.  If you are switching to gas shocks, you really should change all four.

Larry



what front shocks ?

Posted: 11/6/09 8:35am Message 3 of 8
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aceinthehole
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Manteca, CA - USA
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Vette(s): 1978,two tone,Metalic Rootbeer & gold 1975 L48 4 speed
I'd bet most of us are using KYB gas adjust. my reason is because they are a little cheaper than Bilsteins which are said to be one of the best for the money.


Jimmy B.
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what front shocks ?

Posted: 11/6/09 10:06am Message 4 of 8
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Cohasset, MA - USA
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Vette(s): 1968 coupe bought in 1999, 2nd owner, 427 custom built, 4 speed (M20), 3:36 posi rear end, Recaro seats, Intro wheels, Nitto tires, Flowmasters, etc. Painted nite race metallic blue.
I would recommend the KYB. As previously stated, you need to replace all fours. I really like the ride with my adjustable springs. 



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Posted: 11/6/09 2:49pm Message 5 of 8
manchestershark
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Equinunk, PA - USA
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Vette(s): 1972 conv, 4-speed, 350, 200hp, numbers match, rally wheels, war bonnett yellow w/white top. good condition, nice driver.
The yellow bilstiens are working fine on my 72 small block.  Good ride and handling.  Re-worked the total front-end, springs and bushings.  VERY nice now.



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Posted: 11/6/09 3:22pm Message 6 of 8
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Sykesville, MD - USA
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Vette(s): 1979 Corvette Coupe Corvette Light Blue Midnight Blue interior Mirrored Glass T-tops
I agree! The Bilstein shocks are excellent I have not regretted having them on at all! Well worth the money!
 
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what front shocks ?

Posted: 11/6/09 8:36pm Message 7 of 8
KDADDY79
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Dutchess County, NY - USA
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Vette(s): White '79 Corvette. It's a driver.
If I had the extra cash I might have gone with the Bilsteins.
However, I never, ever have any extra cash. LOL
I went with the KYB's on all four corners and have no regrets.
Kevin



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Posted: 11/8/09 9:59am Message 8 of 8
Phill's Vette
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Apache Junction, AZ - USA
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Vette(s): 1982,150K,Renegade CFI,Hooker Side Pipes,85 fuel pump,Bilsteins,HD suspension, Aluminum radiator, SharkBar/w 5-Point Restraints. 3:73 gears coming soon.
I would also agree on the Bilsteins, but my second choice would be KYB's.
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