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Old Oct 22, 2006 | 05:16 PM
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Hey guys, I noticed Strano has "revalved" Bilsteins but the WS6store has "valved" Bilsteins for much less then Strano.
Is there any real difference???
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Old Oct 22, 2006 | 05:42 PM
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I think the WS6 Store type is made by Bilstein. Strano's are custom done to your specs (or what he feels will best work with your set-up). Someone correct me if that's not accurate...
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Old Oct 22, 2006 | 05:47 PM
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well, it says they're made for SLP on the WS6store.......so I'm curious if there is much of a difference. I mean, I'm not going drag racing or anything......I just want shocks that will work for DMS springs and thats it! Nothin crazy.
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Old Oct 22, 2006 | 10:35 PM
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The SLP ones were made for the lowering springs offered on the firehawk. I keep hearing that bilstein revalves or konis are the best options when it comes to shocks with lowiering springs. I have konis and a prokit and I am very happy with it. Also you must have a crappy ride if you have the orange decarbon crap on there especially since you are lowered. Invest in a good set of shocks your car and kidneys will thank you. You will be happy the rest of the time you own the if you make the right decision now.
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Old Oct 23, 2006 | 10:43 AM
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Revalves are very different than SLP shocks, which we also sell and they are a lot less than mine because they are production parts that aren't specific to any real job but SLP Level 1 springs with a good ride over handling. I sell a few Level 1 packages when folks want the things it give them. But it's not low enough for a lot, and certainly not the most crisp handling setup either.

Buyer beware is a rule that should always be used. The work "valving" doesn't make Item A the same as Item B.
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Old Oct 23, 2006 | 02:31 PM
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Hey, thanks for chiming in! BTW I'm not lowered yet, I wouldnt use stock shocks on lowering springs!!!
I'll just give you guys a call at Strano!
Thanks!
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Old Oct 23, 2006 | 04:03 PM
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