Date:         Thu, 22 Apr 1999 08:45:50 EDT
Reply-To:     KENWILFY@AOL.COM
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From:         KENWILFY@AOL.COM
Subject:      Shocking Dilemma! (Vanagon Shock Content)
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I have three ingredients that caused me to post this to the List.
1st- I have a '91 Carat Vanagon that needs new shocks all the way around
2nd- I have a new set of front Bilstein shocks and rear HD KYB Gas-Adjust
shocks that a former list member ordered and then decided that he couldn't
pay for.
3rd- I am going to be traveling the PA Turnpike this Saturday to go the
Campbelltown show and if you have ever ridden on this road you will know that
you want some nice shocks.
My question is, should I install the Bilsteins on the Carat or do I want
something not quite as stiff (I have installed several sets of the KYB GR-2s
and they are no where near as stiff as the Bilsteins (this is an
understatement).  Are there adverse affects of having Bilsteins on the front
and KYBs on the rear?  (I can't think of any).
What shock would give a firm but giving ride (Bilstein, Boge, KYB, etc)?
Like I said I have some experience with the KYBs but none with the Bilsteins
or Boges (these are the stock VW shocks but they were all worn out when I got
the van).
Any input on this would be appreciated.
Ken Wilford
Van-Again
John 3:16