| [GMCnet] Shock Absorbers [message #367575] |
Mon, 15 November 2021 10:34 |
fbhtxak
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My experience with Bilstein shock absorbers is apparently an outlier with that of most GMCMh owners who have used them. I replaced the OEM shock absorbers with Bilsteins almost 30 years ago and more than 100K miles. I have experienced none of the breakage reported by many owners. There appears to be little change, if any, in ride control and static stability since new.
I HAVE had to change the shock absorber/trailing wheel/driver side twice due to leakage (it IS a hassle working with Bilstein warranty service). 'Have been unable to define the cause of the leakage at that location and none at the other locations.
I elected to use the Bilstein product on my GMCMh as they were the OEM shocks on my high performance German cars. I have never had to change the shocks on those cars, including one I bought new a couple of years before buying the GMCMh (I still have that car!).
My perception is that the KYB product is comparable in performance to that of Bilsteins (with none of the breakage reputation of the Bilsteins) - AND is less expensive. My favorable Bilstein experience notwithstanding, I recommend the KYB as the more practical shock absorber for the GMCMh for most owners.
Fred
Fred Hudspeth
1978 Royale (TZE 368V101335) - Tyler, TX
1982 Airstream Excella (motorhome) - Cooper Landing, Alaska
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