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Old Jan 3, 2005 | 05:52 PM
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Does anyone know if the kyb five way shocks are any good, the ones that are in summits ls1 section.I would want to run them with eibachs pro kit, OR wouldnt i? Jesse
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Old Jan 3, 2005 | 06:09 PM
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I don't recommend KYB. I would recommend revalved Bilstein HDs or Koni SA from Sam Strano at www.stranoparts.com
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Old Jan 3, 2005 | 06:36 PM
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A lot people don't like KYB , they don't seem to hold up long and wear out quickly.
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Old Jan 3, 2005 | 09:34 PM
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is stranno the best place as far as price. The only reason i liked the kybs is the fact that they are only 89 each.
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I have the 8 way adjustible but I plan to upgrade to some HALs. I can't even tell any difference from the #1 setting to #8 on the KYBs.
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Old Jan 3, 2005 | 09:49 PM
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You get what you pay for with shocks. Shocks are the most important suspension piece on an f-body.

What is your purpose with the car?
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Old Jan 3, 2005 | 10:02 PM
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Originally Posted by ZaneO
You get what you pay for with shocks. Shocks are the most important suspension piece on an f-body.

What is your purpose with the car?
pretty much a weekend warrior. I want a good balance between street and strip. Im buying a procharger right now so I just want to be able to hook it a little for now until i get the ol 12 bolt. I just dont want the embarassing 12.8s at 120, but i want a good ride as well.
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I have some Koni double adjustables FS if you are interested. PM me if so.
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Old Jan 3, 2005 | 10:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Beast96Z
I have some Koni double adjustables FS if you are interested. PM me if so.
how much
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Originally Posted by jessesta
how much
oh nevermind i see right below this thread.
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oh nevermind i see right below this thread.
I'm flexible if you want to make me a offer.
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Originally Posted by Beast96Z
I'm flexible if you want to make me a offer.
you would have to be gumby to be flexible enough to accept my offer
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