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Old 05-01-2021, 07:41 PM
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Default Koni orange SRT shocks.

Curious if any of you have used these. How was the ride and handling compromise? I installed KYB in the rear on my '66 Tempest Custom wagon a couple of years ago, and I don't care for the ride. I have a 1 1/4 inch front stabilizer bar, and 7/8 inch rear one. I like a firm, but compliant ride. I previously had Edelbrock IAS shocks, and loved them, but they were leaking and are not available anymore

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Old 05-06-2021, 02:30 PM
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I've never had any luck with KYBs, the one set lasted exactly 200 miles.

Koni's are nice, and they last long(er). They have 'correct' valving, with no bouncy-ride syndrome.

Bilstein's are just a hair under the Koni's, they don't quite last as long, and I have broken a couple.

Sadly, mid-range shocks are now in the $150-250+ range each, and it's one area you get what you pay for.

I will be moving to Vikings or QA1s once the ones I have wear out, see how those do. Not happy shocks cost so much, it kind of feels like the same marketing plan mattresses use, but it is what it is.


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Old 05-07-2021, 04:53 AM
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Last time I used Koni shocks, they were repairable, don't know if they still are.

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Old 05-07-2021, 07:25 AM
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Appreciate the input. I have ordered a set. I never cared for the ride of the KYBs.

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Old 05-07-2021, 10:25 AM
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Can you post a link to the Orange shocks? I’ve been googling but can’t find them.

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Old 05-07-2021, 01:12 PM
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Here's the application/part numbers:

https://www.koni-na.com/en-US/NorthA...451&mk=36&mt=1

On sale at Summit:

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/kon-8050-1047

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/kon-80401088

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Old 05-08-2021, 09:37 PM
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Got the shocks and installed them today. Great shocks!! I highly recommend them. Worlds better than the KYBs I had on there. I am getting a set for my Olds as well. They provide good handling, no floating or bounce, yet, a smooth ride as well

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Old 05-09-2021, 08:58 AM
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Did you go with the koni's? I need new shocks too. Bob.

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Old 05-09-2021, 12:26 PM
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Did you go with the koni's? I need new shocks too. Bob.
Yes. I highly recommend them.

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