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Old 03-25-2007, 06:32 PM
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I was going to get the bilstein shocks for my car, but say there was a bilstein hd kind as well. What's the difference of the regular's and hd's? Thanks
Old 03-25-2007, 07:28 PM
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Give Sam Strano a call at Strano Performance, a board sponsor. He is an expert on suspensions for F-bodies, and a fantastic autocrosser.
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I did. He hasn't called back yet.
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Sam will get in touch with you..i talked with him on friday and purchased a set of revalved bilsteins. I am pretty sure he takes the weekends off??
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i have the bilstein hd shocks, and eibach springs. it feels great, very stiff, the new shocks made a HUGE difference. but im not fond of the stance of the eibach, i want to get a set of strano's but apparently i cant for like 6 weeks.
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How would the bilstein shocks and struts feel, without putting new springs on?
Difference? Worth 400$$??
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Originally Posted by knight rider WS6
How would the bilstein shocks and struts feel, without putting new springs on?
Difference? Worth 400$$??
I noticed a huge differance from stock. The best mod I have done so far. I have SLP Bilsteins and a prokit. I would recommend going with Strano he knows his stuff. I just got a really good deal on my stuff is why I went with that.
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Originally Posted by knight rider WS6
How would the bilstein shocks and struts feel, without putting new springs on? Difference? Worth 400$$??
The Bilsteins with stock springs make for a very nice ride, with improved handling and control. Highly recommended and definitely worth the price of admission.
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Originally Posted by knight rider WS6
I did. He hasn't called back yet.
I didn't get a call from anyone named knight rider ws6....
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Thanks again for getting back to me Sam. You helped with alot of questions I had. I'll be tallkin' to you soon.
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Bilsteins are a decent budget alternative. Revalves are better, and Koni S/A are even better. I recommend saving up for the konis, you'll be glad you did on the long run. Much better if you race or are competative.




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