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: Need Stiff front shocks for 66


Stroked66
Jun 29th, 03, 11:31 AM
Does anyone know of a really good stiff shock I can put in the front of my 66? I have a tire clearance problem on the passengers side that can be fixed with a smaller diameter tire or a different offset wheel (long Story), But I like the tire combo I have now and would hate to change it. I just have cheapo $11 front shocks in it now.

72SSAbody
Jun 29th, 03, 9:36 PM
Kill Your Back :D

You also have Tokico's, which can be on the expensive side and same for Bilstein's.

Have you checked out Monroe's lineup?

Joe

a36chevy
Jun 29th, 03, 10:45 PM
You can use a KYB gas adjust. they have a very strong gas charge and can be found for under $50 ea.

Wheels68
Jun 30th, 03, 1:07 AM
Is your clearance problem happening when going straight or when you make a turn. If its when you make a turn, a larger front sway bar will help. I don't think stiffer shocks are the way to go because ride and vehicle dynamics will suffer. In the long run you're better off fixing the problem.

Stroked66
Jun 30th, 03, 8:28 AM
it bottoms out when I hit bumps. I have a monster sway bar in it now

Slo307
Jun 30th, 03, 5:15 PM
sounds like you need new springs, springs support the car, shocks dampen the spring.