Bilstein Shocks on an '89 C4???

[1stC3Vette]

I want to improve the ride and handling of my '89 coupe. It has 64K miles and is in good shape. I believe the shocks are original and I have read some recommendations to use Bilstein. Has anyone tried these? If so, did you see an improvement? If you didn't use Bilstein, what did you use?

Thanks,
Dino

 

[Ken]

If you already have the Bilstein's on the car (Z-51/Z-52 options), they should be good for around seventy five thousand miles, under normal conditions.

 

[vader86]

They should be nearing replacement time, given the age of the car.

However, if you are looking to improve RIDE, Bilstein is not the choice. Its a autox shock or for someone who drives 'spirited'.

Edelbrock IAS, Koni, KYB, would be better for ride quality. Edelbrock being the best of those in my opinion.

 

[Ken]

Edelbrock being the best of those in my opinion.

I agree. I use the Edelbrock IAS shocks on my truck.

 

[*89x2*]

89's ALL had Bilsteins, regardless of the suspension option (Base or Z51)

One of the many features of the 89's over previous years

 

[Ken]

I'm slippin', eh Chris?

 

[1stC3Vette]

Thanks for all the feedback. The Edelbrock IAS looks very good. I was getting mixed information about the type of shock that is currently on the car. I am getting the wheels re-clearcoated, so now is my opportunity.

Thanks Again.
Dino

 

[Edmond]

which ones are you going to go with? There seems to be quite a price difference between the Bilsteins and the KYB's.

I've read good things on the forum about TPIS shocks.

 

[tyrel]

I love my KYBs.

 

[1stC3Vette]

I love my KYBs.

I am going to go with the Edelbrock IAS series. They are a bit costlier, bit I really want to improve the ride. I have already installed the front shocks and will do the rears this weekend. Not too bad of a job. I am getting the wheels re-clear coated and wont get them back until next week, so she sits on jack stands!!

Thanks for all of the suggestions.

Dino