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Old Jan 30, 2007 | 12:18 AM
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Since their both the same price what should I go with? The car is my daily driver so I would like something that will be okay for everyday. Right now the car has bolt-ons and I'm waiting for my S60 rear and CM driveshaft. Thanks for any help,

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We have had better luck(on the track and street) with the Strange shocks......

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Old Jan 30, 2007 | 08:16 AM
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I like my QA1s on the street. Handles very normal. once you find what you like. And at the track they are great as well.

My Rr springs need to be a bit taller. But I think it would take a taller shock to make it work properly. I have it all the way up with my 28s and they barely fit.
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Originally Posted by BMR Fabrication Inc.
We have had better luck(on the track and street) with the Strange shocks......

Lee Spicher
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and this is coming from a guy who sells hal/qa1 stuff
its refreshing to encounter honesty these days.
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What about Varishocks? I've heard they are built better than QA1's and hold valving adjustments better.
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Originally Posted by BMR Fabrication Inc.
We have had better luck(on the track and street) with the Strange shocks......

Lee Spicher
lee@bmrfabrication
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Could you give a little more detail about the differences between the shocks? Are you guys going to start selling the Strange shocks? Thanks,

Chris
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Old Jan 30, 2007 | 09:25 PM
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I havent had experience with strange, but I can say that I'm 100% satisfied with my QA1 Rs at the strip and on the street.
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Any more thoughts guys?
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