clearance sale as SLP-Bilstein's etc
09-01-2005, 10:48 AM
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Re: clearance sale as SLP-Bilstein's etc
Originally Posted by shoebox
Sure it does or I would not have been able to buy a set from them a while back. 
Look again.
Look again. I went to the dropdown list in the upper right corner of the page before looking further. $327 shipped...not bad if you ask me!! I'm going to the F Body Gathering in Bowling Green in 2 weeks, so sometime in October I'll get the funds together to go grab those...So these are considered HD units? Over stock deCarbons, what can I expect? The reason I ask is because I have 4 OEM takeoff deCarbons I bought from SLP a long time ago for $50. I've driven Firehawks with the Level 1 Kit, and loved the ride/handling tradeoff. What can I expect with these slightly different HD units on an otherwise stock suspension car, that will remain stock?
Thanks to anyone who can help.
09-01-2005, 10:58 AM
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Re: clearance sale as SLP-Bilstein's etc
Originally Posted by Joe 1320
Sam,
I have a 97 WS6 with Intrax lowering springs. The ride quality is great, but I'm getting close to needing shocks. I have a full BMR rear suspension, airlift bags in the rear coils but the front is still stock. What shocks would you suggest? The primary purpose of the car is street driver, some dragstip action but still like it to perform in the corners. Any insight would be appreciated! Oh.... wheels are Borbet Type M 17x9.5 and SZ50s 285/40/17 on all four corners.
I have a 97 WS6 with Intrax lowering springs. The ride quality is great, but I'm getting close to needing shocks. I have a full BMR rear suspension, airlift bags in the rear coils but the front is still stock. What shocks would you suggest? The primary purpose of the car is street driver, some dragstip action but still like it to perform in the corners. Any insight would be appreciated! Oh.... wheels are Borbet Type M 17x9.5 and SZ50s 285/40/17 on all four corners.
09-01-2005, 11:00 AM
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Re: clearance sale as SLP-Bilstein's etc
Originally Posted by kevm14
That they added rebound without adding compression damping (in fact they took it away according to you) is NOT good for lowering springs. With stiffer aftermarket lowering springs, this can lead to a jacking effect during long, bumpy corners. It could also lead to compromised tire/road compliance. I can't believe they removed compression damping...
09-01-2005, 11:04 AM
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Re: clearance sale as SLP-Bilstein's etc
You guys aren't saving all that much money by using bimmerparts.com. Some yes, but then again you are buying from a company with no knowledge of your car, and that knowledge is important when it comes to making sure you are getting the proper parts for your needs. I realize that money is money, but when you have to spend it twice because you might not purchased the right thing, it's a net loss.
There is a saying... "the bitterness of poor quality lasts long after the sweetness of a cheap price is forgotten". The Bilsteins' are fine quality wise, but often are not fine damping wise, especially for those with lowering springs. And if you have a problem with the parts (warranty, delivery, what have you), it's nice to be able to speak to someone you can find easily and has a clue about your car/situation.
MHO
There is a saying... "the bitterness of poor quality lasts long after the sweetness of a cheap price is forgotten". The Bilsteins' are fine quality wise, but often are not fine damping wise, especially for those with lowering springs. And if you have a problem with the parts (warranty, delivery, what have you), it's nice to be able to speak to someone you can find easily and has a clue about your car/situation.
MHO
09-01-2005, 11:41 AM
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Re: clearance sale as SLP-Bilstein's etc
Well like I said, for a stock suspension, are these HD Bilsteins the way to go? I'm not married to the idea of Bimmerparts, either. I originally planned to purchase the SLP Bilsteins.
What would you recommend (keeping in mind the rest of the suspension will remain stock), and where would you go to get them?
What would you recommend (keeping in mind the rest of the suspension will remain stock), and where would you go to get them?
09-01-2005, 11:51 AM
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Re: clearance sale as SLP-Bilstein's etc
HD's should be fine on a stock car. It will firm it up over the stock DeCarbons.
If you want custom shocks or advice, then go to Strano or someone like that. If you are set on HDs and just comparing one site to another, the obvious is to get them the cheapest that you can, taking into consideration the service of the seller.
If you want custom shocks or advice, then go to Strano or someone like that. If you are set on HDs and just comparing one site to another, the obvious is to get them the cheapest that you can, taking into consideration the service of the seller.
09-02-2005, 06:17 PM
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Re: clearance sale as SLP-Bilstein's etc
Originally Posted by stereomandan
I have the Bilstein HD's from Sam (not revalved) with my stock springs, and they are a very nice upgrade. Anythink stiffer on the compression, and it would be too rough for me. They are just right. Combine them with the 35mm front sway bar, and 21mm rear bar, and woohoo! It's a thrill to drive. A night and day difference from stock.
Dan
Dan
I have the same set up, just right
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