I don't know what camaros have, (shocks or struts or both) but my car rides like a tank. I want to know which shocks or struts would be best for a smooth ride on my camaro. I don't race or even drive fast in my car so handling and that isn't all that important. What are the benefits of certain shocks or struts.

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91 rs, convertible, K&N, Edelbrock open element cleaner, 3.73, B&M mega-shifter, goodmark cowl-induction hood,tinted windows

 

basically I am looking to not spend a bunch of money, but make my car ride nicer.

 

KYB shocks and struts.$49.95 a peice for the struts, $27.95 a peice for the shocks from summit. Pretty good shocks/struts for the price.

 

Not being a smarta$$, but basically no 3rd gen rides smooth compared to most cars. This is why a stock V6 car handles about as good as a Mustang GT!!!

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82 Z28 350, Ported #882 Heads, Performer RPM cam and intake, hedman headers,650 Demon carb,
Trans: Turbo 350 w/ 4000 stall -- Rearend 7.5 w/ Richmond 4.10's, Auburn Minispool
Best ET: 12.52@107.2
Future plans: Dart headed, Roller cammed 383 in early '01


89 RS, L03 305, Hypertech Chip,cat delete, Dynomax exhaust,K&N open element Filter,160 stat, MSD coil --Trans:700R4 Corvette Servo -- Rearend: 7.5 GM 3.42 w/ posi-lock
New Best ET: 15.03@92.7
http://www.bassettracing.cz28.com

 

Hey Basett Racing but I know what he is talking about. I've driven a lot of 3rd gens (b/c I sell cars) & not one 3rd gen has ever felt as jarring as mine. They have all felt smooth and nice (T-tops & non T's). It feels worse than a damn Vette at times. I would like to know as well what the best is for the almighty dollar.

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- Mike Harvey -
1986 Firebird S/E

 

I agree with the man of steel...KYBs offer a nice ride and control. I have the standard KYBs on the rear of mine they were somewhere around 16.95 a shock. The fronts are around 49.95,Ive put over 30,000 miles on them and they are holding up well.

They are a good everyday shock that offers decent control in the turns IMO.

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Black 90 IROC, L98, A4, 323 gear. SuperRamed 406 in the works!

 

i don't expect to ride like a 30,000 dollar luxury car, but it would be nice to actually feel like i am riding on some suspension, right now it sucks bad.

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91 rs, convertible, K&N, Edelbrock open element cleaner, 3.73, B&M mega-shifter, goodmark cowl-induction hood,tinted windows

 

KYB's for a budget replacement, Bilsteins for mid-range (they came stock on IROCs), and Koni for the best.

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1991 Camaro Z28
5.7L 5-Speed (originally 305)
13.25 @ 107.18 MPH
Southern California
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Having had both KYB and Bilsteins, i can say that a soft ride is with the KYB GR-2s. They are alot softer then the Bilsteins, plus a lot cheaper too.

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-Justin-
T-Top '86 5.0L LG4 700R4 WS6 Now Bilstein equipped!
T-Top '92 5.0L TBI 700R4
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There can be only one!!

 

I have koni. the red adjustable kind. They ride like crap, but handle great. I wouldn't recomend them if you are looking for more comfort. of course they are adjustable.

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