help with new Shocks
08-05-2009, 10:13 AM
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help with new Shocks so im looking at shocks and i dont know what to buy 2000 trans am stock i drive it every day price is important but it needs to be better then stock what do u guys think
08-05-2009, 10:33 AM
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get konis from Sam.
Use lower perch in front.
Do hose mod in rear.
It will be a little lower without spending $250-300 for springs.
It will have a great ride.
Any other decent shocks won't lower the car and will cost about the same if you added springs for lowering.
If you don't mind the stock ride height, Sam's Strano Spec Bilsteins may be a good option.
In any case - call Sam Strano to make an educated decision.
Use lower perch in front.
Do hose mod in rear.
It will be a little lower without spending $250-300 for springs.
It will have a great ride.
Any other decent shocks won't lower the car and will cost about the same if you added springs for lowering.
If you don't mind the stock ride height, Sam's Strano Spec Bilsteins may be a good option.
In any case - call Sam Strano to make an educated decision.
08-05-2009, 11:41 AM
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Are you looking just for rear shocks? Or are you looking for front struts too? Take a look at my thread if you haven't already. Hopefully it'll provide you with a little knowledge and aid you in making a decision.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/suspensio...-kyb-agxs.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/suspensio...-kyb-agxs.html
08-05-2009, 11:53 AM
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If you are staying at stock ride height the Bilsteins will ride better than anything out there.
I'd recommend the Strano spec bilsteins which use the better 3rd gen valving.
If you want to spend the money the Konis are worth it. I have Konis on stock springs at the moment and they are great. Ride is good and performance wise they are the best.
I'd only even consider the AGXs if you are lowering and absolutely can't afford Konis.
I'd recommend the Strano spec bilsteins which use the better 3rd gen valving.
If you want to spend the money the Konis are worth it. I have Konis on stock springs at the moment and they are great. Ride is good and performance wise they are the best.
I'd only even consider the AGXs if you are lowering and absolutely can't afford Konis.
08-05-2009, 11:18 PM
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If you can afford it,koni s/a shocks are the best.That's what I have on my t/a.If you can't afford the koni's than the re-valve bilstiens would be a second choice.I would call Sam Strano at Strano performance and see what he has to say about it.He is a good guy to deal with. 1-800-729-1831
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