Re-Valved Bilstein question..
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Re-Valved Bilstein question..
I'm finally adressing a very shot suspension (108,000 miles). I picked up a set of Hyperco springs a couple years ago on a group buy, but have put off installing them (was having fun running FS).
My question is this- is it necessary to have strano re-valved Bilsteins, or could I get away with regular HD's. I've seen HDs for as low as $320, as opposed to Strano's $480.
Thanks again for input guys, you are the gurus!
My question is this- is it necessary to have strano re-valved Bilsteins, or could I get away with regular HD's. I've seen HDs for as low as $320, as opposed to Strano's $480.
Thanks again for input guys, you are the gurus!
#2
You can send in your fronts to be revalved, alot of folks leave the rears stock, but many rear springs are not very far from stock rates when compared to fronts. Not including shipping it ends up being about $55 a shock.
Do I think you should? Yes, HDs are valved for stock springs, not "race" stuff.
Do I think you should? Yes, HDs are valved for stock springs, not "race" stuff.
#3
Get them re-valved. I've used stock Bilstein HD's and found their valving to not be the best for stock springs let alone aftermarket. I'm having my front's revalved right now through Sam (going with coil-overs). It's $80 per shock (75 if you bought them from him) plus shipping. When at Bilstein they are also thoroughly inspected and completely rebuilt-plus you get to keep your lifetime warranty.
#5
I assume that the majority of the people that buy the shocks don't mind their factory settings... So for the minority, it would be easier for to revalve the few..
For some more money, you may want to consider getting Koni DA's or SA's... I decided just to get the bilstien hd with revalves to saev some cash, and I know I'm not changing anything else fo ra while plus I don't know how properly adjust them to what should be right anyways......
For some more money, you may want to consider getting Koni DA's or SA's... I decided just to get the bilstien hd with revalves to saev some cash, and I know I'm not changing anything else fo ra while plus I don't know how properly adjust them to what should be right anyways......
Last edited by Ken S; 02-26-2003 at 10:57 AM.
#6
Originally posted by 2002Z28SSConv
So you're saying that Bilstein actually is who revalves them???
Why can't we just get ahold of a tech person at Bilstein and get a shock with the right damping/rebound from the start?
So you're saying that Bilstein actually is who revalves them???
Why can't we just get ahold of a tech person at Bilstein and get a shock with the right damping/rebound from the start?
#7
Hi t.renz
I put a set of pro kit springs on my 96Z along with a set of stock shocks (to save money.) Huge mistake, completely unacceptable in every way. Decided to do it right and call Sam Strano. He set me up with the re-valved Bilsteins. The car is tight now (too bad it took me 110,000 miles to finally get the suspension right.) Anyway, I think it is worth the cost to get your shocks specifically tuned for you setup. Going with non re-valved shocks may save you a little but if you aren’t happy with the results you will regret not having done it right the first time.
I put a set of pro kit springs on my 96Z along with a set of stock shocks (to save money.) Huge mistake, completely unacceptable in every way. Decided to do it right and call Sam Strano. He set me up with the re-valved Bilsteins. The car is tight now (too bad it took me 110,000 miles to finally get the suspension right.) Anyway, I think it is worth the cost to get your shocks specifically tuned for you setup. Going with non re-valved shocks may save you a little but if you aren’t happy with the results you will regret not having done it right the first time.
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Originally posted by av8er
Hi t.renz
I put a set of pro kit springs on my 96Z along with a set of stock shocks (to save money.) Huge mistake, completely unacceptable in every way. Decided to do it right and call Sam Strano. He set me up with the re-valved Bilsteins. The car is tight now (too bad it took me 110,000 miles to finally get the suspension right.) Anyway, I think it is worth the cost to get your shocks specifically tuned for you setup. Going with non re-valved shocks may save you a little but if you aren’t happy with the results you will regret not having done it right the first time.
Hi t.renz
I put a set of pro kit springs on my 96Z along with a set of stock shocks (to save money.) Huge mistake, completely unacceptable in every way. Decided to do it right and call Sam Strano. He set me up with the re-valved Bilsteins. The car is tight now (too bad it took me 110,000 miles to finally get the suspension right.) Anyway, I think it is worth the cost to get your shocks specifically tuned for you setup. Going with non re-valved shocks may save you a little but if you aren’t happy with the results you will regret not having done it right the first time.
#9
I did not use lca relocation brackets, as I don't think they are really needed. I do have an adjustable panhard bar that I have yet to install on the car. I thought I was going to get away without having to get one (I already have a aftermarket non-adjustable panhard bar,) but I experienced some minor wheel rubbing during last weeks autoxcross. So there is a good chance that you will also need one.
#10
Originally posted by 2002Z28SSConv
Why can't we just get ahold of a tech person at Bilstein and get a shock with the right damping/rebound from the start?
Why can't we just get ahold of a tech person at Bilstein and get a shock with the right damping/rebound from the start?
It still costs about $50 a shock, plus shipping from Bilstein.
#11
Originally posted by Dr.Mudge
Because who in the world here can give Bilstein the specs to use?
Because who in the world here can give Bilstein the specs to use?
You are right about it probably not saving much $$$. Plus its always nice to support someone (Sam) who is always helping us out with good, practical advice.
#13
Yes there is more to it. If you only traveled in a strait line with a common bump in the road a common distance from each other shocks would be a piece of cake.
Rebound rates at different shaft velocities are used to determine transitional stability/ability. In other words they control turn in but also control rate of weight tranfer during bumps. So they control the spring and car over bumps not only during strait line driving but throughout any given corner.
Rebound rates at different shaft velocities are used to determine transitional stability/ability. In other words they control turn in but also control rate of weight tranfer during bumps. So they control the spring and car over bumps not only during strait line driving but throughout any given corner.
#14
Yep, this is why not everyone will use the same shock settings either. Plus you have no idea who the Bilstein tech would be, even if you could find someone to come up with some settings for you, if they are a drag racer they aren't probably going to come up with the best settings for you.
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http://www.rapidmotorsports.com/mode...=1&intYearId=3
Cant say I know much about the Bilstien shocks I use Koni SA, all this talk about revalving not sayin Stranos isnt good.The other day came across some Bilstiens revalved by SLP supposed to be valved specifically for road race applications.Just a thought/alternative. At Rapid motorsports
T.
Cant say I know much about the Bilstien shocks I use Koni SA, all this talk about revalving not sayin Stranos isnt good.The other day came across some Bilstiens revalved by SLP supposed to be valved specifically for road race applications.Just a thought/alternative. At Rapid motorsports
T.