which spring and shocks
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From: Visalia CA
which spring and shocks I want to get new spring and shocks for my 99 z28 camaro. i want to lower it about an inch. was wondering what you guys think would be the best kind to get on a budget. something inexpensive.
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Whats your budget? What exactly are you looking for, just the "look" or do you want improved handling, etc?
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For around $500 you can get some Strano-spec bilstiens:
http://www.stranoparts.com/partdetai...D=20&ModelID=7
Down sides to these are they are not valved to work well with lowering springs, and you cannot adjust them to your liking.
Or KYB AGX's:
http://www.stranoparts.com/partdetai...D=20&ModelID=7
Down sides to these are the build quality is iffy and when you adjust them you are adjusting both rebound and compression at the same time. So if you want more rebound you automatically get more compression whether you like it or not. They also do not warranty their shocks with lowering springs.
If you really want to up the game you can spend more on some Koni SA's:
http://www.stranoparts.com/partdetai...D=20&ModelID=7
I went this route and am impressed every time I drive the car, money very well spent. They adjust rebound independently from compression, are built really well, and warranty their shocks with no questions asked. These leave you with unbelievable handling and predictability and a firm but comfortable ride.
If you want more detailed information or a professional opinion call up Sam from the links I listed (he has won multiple SCCA events in his Camaro on his suspension if that means anything to you.) Heres an article on him/his car:http://www.gmhightechperformance.com...aro/index.html
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Hello, we have our 1.25" lowering springs on sale until May 17,2009. We also offer the Tokico Hp series. These shocks work very well with our springs. Were is a link to our site. Give me a call if you have any questions.
http://www.bmrfabrication.com/F-bodySuspension.htm
http://www.bmrfabrication.com/F-bodySuspension.htm
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I have AGX's in stock, we are again waiting on the next shipment from Koni (very early June) with a number of backorders already pending. Koni can't keep up with the demand.
I also sell Tokico, but I can't recommend them with lowering springs, they are only adequate and downhill from there as they wear. At least with AGX's you have the option to adjust the dampers to suit. I sell Bilstein too, but for lowering springs it's best to have a damper that has a range of adjustment to dial in the damping to the spring rate/amount of travel. Shocks are spring dampers.
I also sell Tokico, but I can't recommend them with lowering springs, they are only adequate and downhill from there as they wear. At least with AGX's you have the option to adjust the dampers to suit. I sell Bilstein too, but for lowering springs it's best to have a damper that has a range of adjustment to dial in the damping to the spring rate/amount of travel. Shocks are spring dampers.
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Results matter. Talk is cheap. We are miles beyond the success anyone else has had with the 4th gens, and C5, C6, C7 Corvettes,
10 SCCA Solo National Championships, 2008 Driver of they Year, 2012 Driver of Eminence
13 SCCA Pro Solo Nationals Championships
2023 UMI King of the Mountain Champion