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Old 05-14-2009, 06:53 AM   #1
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Well after 22 yrs my Factory stock Bilsteins need replacing. So after checking Bilstein prices for the front struts & rear shocks, I said forget it, no matter how good they are. Also, since I am driving fewer miles here in Florida on better roads I am going with KYB-GR2 front strut (236001) & KYB-Gas- a-just rear shocks (KG-5562). Bought from Summit Racing for $193.00 vs $800+for the Bilsteins. Will Post the results after the install.
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Old 05-14-2009, 08:29 AM   #2
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I am also interested in going the same route. Did all the UMI Performance mods last summer and now need to get rid of the Monroe Matics, LMAO!!!!

So, I am interested in how the ride is with KYB.

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Old 05-14-2009, 02:01 PM   #3
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That's the combo I used, and couldn't be happier.
I couldn't justify $800++ on shocks either, it's just hard to put that much money into just shocks.
What springs are you sporting there as well?
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Old 05-14-2009, 02:04 PM   #4
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My springs are all stock right now, but looking to upgrade. Any ideas? I want my ride height stock or slightly taller.
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Old 05-14-2009, 02:42 PM   #5
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That's the combo I used, and couldn't be happier.
I couldn't justify $800++ on shocks either, it's just hard to put that much money into just shocks.
What springs are you sporting there as well?
Stock springs and don't plan on changing them.....
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Old 05-14-2009, 03:05 PM   #6
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Old 05-14-2009, 04:01 PM   #7
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It was years ago I had that combo, but I found the GRs wimpy.... my 2 cents...
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Old 05-14-2009, 09:45 PM   #8
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I also went this route and I am very satisfied with it. I like how the ride is sporty but not to harsh.
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Old 05-16-2009, 04:46 PM   #9
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Well on went my KYB struts & shocks today and my old original factory stock ( 22 yrs +) Bilsteins are finally HISTORY. This is a project that I could no longer put off. Just a short drive and the KYB's seem soild enough and are a improvement over my wore out Bilsteins. They were a very good product but the price now is just out of sight, so I suggest the KYB route. P/n's are in my first Post.
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Old 05-16-2009, 05:24 PM   #10
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Looks good. I really like those wheels!
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Old 05-16-2009, 05:41 PM   #11
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Looks good. I really like those wheels!
Thanks ...close up with custom center cap.
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Old 05-17-2009, 01:52 PM   #12
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Well after 22 yrs my Factory stock Bilsteins need replacing.
I thought Bilsteins had a lifetime warranty. Can't you get them replaced for free?
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Old 05-17-2009, 03:19 PM   #13
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QUOTE=phess11;4160701]I thought Bilsteins had a lifetime warranty. Can't you get them replaced for free?[/QUOTE


They were original factory installed on 1987 IROC-Z and I don't think they had a lifetime warranty. That was 22 1/2 years since I bought the car new and I got good use out of those Struts & Shocks. The front strut just started leaking.
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