Shock question

[eagleguy]

My 86 has Monroes which I think are too soft. What are you guys using and why? I am looking at KYB's Gas Adjust or maybe Bilsteins but do not know if the extra $ for the Bilsteins is worth it. Looking for an around town stable ride.

 

[Major Nutz]

After recently riding in one with Bilsteins, that's what I would do. Felt like a new car, nice and tight.

 

[Johnnie]

I really like my kyb's . Not as expensive as the bilsteins either.

 

[eagleguy]

After recently riding in one with Bilsteins, that's what I would do. Felt like a new car, nice and tight.

 

[eagleguy]

I really like my kyb's . Not as expensive as the bilsteins either.

Had then in my 71 A body but it was a lot heavier car. Been doing some searching and the Bilsteins are double the price but may be worth a shot

 

[1986 Buick GX1]

I have had KYB's on other cars (best available) and always wanted something stiffer. I have not had KYB's on my GN, but have been extremely happy with the Bilsteins for 25yrs and 45k miles and they still work great.

 

[Heskahoka]

Putting front Bilsteins on mine tomorrow!

 

[TexasT]

I used to do the kyb until I tried to warranty one that leaked. Lifetime warranty MY A$$, Ill never buy a kyb again.

I love the Bilsteins. They cost more because they are worth it.

 

[eagleguy]

I see there are more than 2 part numbers for the GN's and T Types. Anyone have the current part numbers for the front and rear??

 

[Heskahoka]

For the fronts, I used:
Bilstein 24-009492

 

[69RSCLONE]

Rear 24-009294, front 24-009492

 

[eagleguy]

Rear 24-009294, front 24-009292

Thank you.

 

[1986 Buick GX1]

I ordered mine from Kirban's, they just listed one set.
I bought mine in '91 or '92 for $305. Now they are $339, not bad.

 

[69RSCLONE]

I ordered mine from Kirban's, they just listed one set.
I bought mine in '91 or '92 for $305. Now they are $339, not bad.

Just bought mine from summit. $72 each

 

[1986 Buick GX1]

Just bought mine from summit. $72 each

Even better!

 

[Gunmetal87]

I have KYBs with Eibach springs, little stiff.
I might change to Bilsteins.


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[eagleguy]

I see the rear shocks are readily available but no fronts.

 

[1986 Buick GX1]

I have KYBs with Eibach springs, little stiff.
I might change to Bilsteins.


Posted from the TurboBuick.Com mobile app

It seems most think the Eibachs are stiff.

 

[eagleguy]

Rear 24-009294, front 24-009292

Tire Rack list
24-009492 for the front at $67 each
24-009294 for the rear (is this the same as 24-00924?) at $66 each

With free shipping that comes to $266 shipped to your door.

 

[69RSCLONE]

Tire Rack list
24-009492 for the front at $67 each
24-009294 for the rear (is this the same as 24-00924?) at $66 each

With free shipping that comes to $266 shipped to your door.

Yes, sorry. I'm a bit dyslexic