Are Bilsteins worth the $?

[jmidolo]

Need new shocks and looking at the Bilsteins. $300. Are they much better than a set of Sensitracs or KYBs? Kirban gets 305 for them.

[Jack Evers]

I got my Bilsteins at Autozone for under $200.00, Joe. I really like them.

[jmidolo]

I got my Bilsteins at Autozone for under $200.00, Joe. I really like them.


How long ago was that? I called them a few months back and coulda sworn they were 75/ea

[jmidolo]

How long ago was that? I called them a few months back and coulda sworn they were 75/ea


Actually, just checked online...59.99 each on the Autozone website.

[davzgn]

I know on the GN TType list, they used to say you could get them for $55 apiece from autozone. I don't know if that price is still valid. WWW.Shox.com has them for about $220 a set + shipping. I've been looking at getting them this spring.

David
87GN

[gn85]

I'm sure others will say different, but I ran Monroe Sensa-Tracs for several years until I came across a good deal for Bilsteins from a private seller. I must say that they're is a difference you can feel in ride comfort and handling. I don't think I'll buy Monroes again.

If you come across some, I suggest you pick 'em up. Good deal.

[jmidolo]

Yea, just called AZ...they dont price match on these...60 each, so 240 for the set....not sure what shox.com gets for shipping, may equal out in the end. Haven't done anything to the Buick all winter. I'm feeling the urge to spend a little on it. LOL

[RogueVette]

Joe, I bought mine from www.allshocks.com a month ago.
They shipped next day and had a good price. $59.95 ea
Just an other option. Here is a link to the GN shocks: http://www.allshocks.com/bilstein/html/show_shocks.asp?make='BUICK'&model='Regal,%20Grand%20National,%20GNX%20(RWD)'&year='1987'

[Turbo Brian]

hmmm. they were $54.99 a year ago when i got 'em at AZ. :( yeah, they are worth the money. much nicer than the sensatracs i had previously. car feels much more under control.

[Bruce]

Need new shocks and looking at the Bilsteins. $300. Are they much better than a set of Sensitracs or KYBs? Kirban gets 305 for them.

The Bilsteins are worth every penny.
2 years ago I pai $53 a piece, at Autozone for them.

Lots of gas shocks are just too stiff, IMO, like the KYBs.

[jmidolo]

Yea, my GN had KYBs..didnt' care for them much. Will place my order tomorrow and prolly have them in this wkend.

Got a list of other things I want to do including HRPartsAnStuff boxing kits for my upper and lower control arms and posi.

[davzgn]

Found them on www.eshocks.com for 59.95 each with free shipping on orders over $200. $239.80 for a set. Last I looked, I think it was $18 for shipping for a set of bilsteins from www.shox.com

David
87GN

[jmidolo]

Found them on www.eshocks.com for 59.95 each with free shipping on orders over $200. $239.80 for a set. Last I looked, I think it was $18 for shipping for a set of bilsteins from www.shox.com

David
87GN


Not bad. AZ said it takes 2 days to get them..so if I order tomorrow I'll have em Friday and it's only 20 cents more...gonna call them tomorrow

[raysgn]

Back in '95 when I purchased my GN I put a set of KYB's on, worked OK.
Last year I bought a set of Bilsteins, much better ride and handling.
Well worth the money in my opinion.
Ray

[HairDrier]

I am going to order some of these also. Is there any special set I should order or part number, or just get the basic stock replacements?

[jmidolo]

I am going to order some of these also. Is there any special set I should order or part number, or just get the basic stock replacements?


Looks to be all the same from what I can see.

[markb]

>Lots of gas shocks are just too stiff, IMO, like the KYBs

Hmmm. confused.... the Bilsteins are gas shocks too, no? I had KYB's, just put on Bilsteins and they are MUCH stiffer. Some people like it, some don't. I know many people have said the KYB's are better for drag racing, but that's just another opinion...

[TTA89]

How do these work on a street strip car? Anybody go racing? What do your cars 60ft?

The Shocks in my car are a little soft my my liking but probably pretty good for launching... Don't wanna kill that. :)

[markb]

For a TTA I'd go with KYB AGX - the new 5-way adjustable ones - hands down over Bilstein. I'm not sure if they started making them for TR's. I should have checked before I just bought my Bilsteins!

[TTA89]

I was talking about my Limited, not my TTA. :fragez:

[Jim A.]

I just ordered four shocks from eshock.com.

[jmidolo]

I just ordered four shocks from eshock.com.

Nice. What's the ETA on them?

[Jim A.]

No ETA from them. Hoping to have them by next Wednesday.

[nick]

dont bilstiens have a lifetime warranty or something?

i have a set btw. just kind of forgot if they did or not.

[jmidolo]

No ETA from them. Hoping to have them by next Wednesday.


Keep us posted.

Nick, what are your 60's with them?

[krom]

shox.com

219 for 4

[Jack Evers]

Keep us posted.

Nick, what are your 60's with them?

Here's a copy of the last run I made with my car, Joe. Very little done to the car. Am running Bilsteins and boxed control arms. ET Streets (DOT) and closed exhaust. This was on a very good track, but I normally run low 1.6 60's.

http://a2.cpimg.com/image/64/24/29745252-31a8-00BD0200-.jpg

[jmidolo]

shit..I assume you're in the LEFT lane :) I'd give Mike's left nut for a 1.51 60' :thrashi:

[Roger]

Got mine from shox.com - about$200.

[jmidolo]

Got mine from shox.com - about$200.

Not anymore. Got mine yesterday. 220 + 20 shipping. 240 for the set.

[HairDrier]

I just ordered mine and after 96 "this page can not be displayed" notices and throwing my remote it finally went through :add_shit: :pedro:


Better be worth the savings

[Litz]

I just ordered mine and after 96 "this page can not be displayed" notices and throwing my remote it finally went through :add_shit: :pedro:


Better be worth the savings

www.shox.com, best price.

[HairDrier]

Thats where I ordered them from

[jmidolo]

Thats where I ordered them from

Same here 219.80 + 20 bux shipping..

[Bens87tr]

Joe, are you going to run different springs? I'm 90% sure I'm going to do the bilstien/eibach setup.

[jmidolo]

Joe, are you going to run different springs? I'm 90% sure I'm going to do the bilstien/eibach setup.


No, at this point I am not. Going to see what these 8k mile springs will do. Only reason I am changing the shocks is cause there are air lift shocks in the rear to accomodate the 17" rims on the car. I'm going to shift the body slightly so that should not be a problem.

[QuickWE4]

Hey Guys -

I know a lot of people have chimed in, but the answer to your question is an enthusiastic YES. Worth every penny and, at least to me, one of the top three mods I've performed on my car in terms of overall night and day improvement.

I think Shox.com can get a set to your door for around $220, which is what I paid over the summer.

Rich :rockwoot:

[granitestategn]

I bought mine for 300 for the set from ATR. That was a loooong time ago. About 1991 or so. I can look at it like I paid too much or I can look at it like I've been driving around on some great shocks for a long time. I choose the later. :rock:

[QuickWE4]

Joe, are you going to run different springs? I'm 90% sure I'm going to do the bilstien/eibach setup.


Ben - from what I've read, those Eibachs can make the front end actually sit a little higher than the rear - not very noticeable to most people, but do a search on some other boards for threads about Eibachs. That is the main reason that I decided against going with them. It's almost like they didn't quite dial in the correct height for the fronts.

This could have been fixed by now though, not sure....

Rich

[HairDrier]

How long do coil springs last? Mine have 80k on them. Is it a waste of time to do the bilsteins and skip the springs? I have too many projects going now to do the springs also

[granitestategn]

Do the shocks even if you cant get to the springs right now. My springs have a few more miles than yours and they sag a little, but not too bad. If it were me I'd do the shocks.

[HairDrier]

Do the shocks even if you cant get to the springs right now. My springs have a few more miles than yours and they sag a little, but not too bad. If it were me I'd do the shocks.

Thanks. I already ordered the shocks and should get them the end of the week. My car gets a little bounce going on the highway which is annoying, and I think the shocks are making the car bounce when I launch unloading the suspension and killing my 60 foots.

I look at the sag as a free lowering kit :thrashi:

[turbosnail]

I just paid $240.00 shipped from shox.com

[davzgn]

Has anyone tried contacting Shox.com about club discounts. I seen a couple car club sites that have discounted prices for from shox.com

David
87GN

[jmidolo]

I just paid $240.00 shipped from shox.com

Mine came today, dont think I'll have time to put them in this wkend, maybe during the week.

[jmidolo]

Has anyone tried contacting Shox.com about club discounts. I seen a couple car club sites that have discounted prices for from shox.com

David
87GN



Yes, I did, they quoted me the same 220 price for a "Club discount" :frech: to them.

[Jim A.]

Mine came today, also. First thing I will have to do is paint them black!

[sumnerw]

Don't you like "go fast" yellow? It's gotta be worth at least 0.1 in the 1/4. I left mine in their natural color. I've come to like the contrast when viewed from the rear. Regardless, they are great shocks!

Later,
Buzz

[jmidolo]

Mine came today, also. First thing I will have to do is paint them black!


Yea, you read my mind, I was chatting in the channel last night and said the exact same thing!

[HairDrier]

I havent rec'd mine yet, what color are they?

[Jim A.]

a yellowish color

[jmidolo]

a yellowish color


No, they are indeed yellow...very yellow :)

[Jim A.]

I installed the rear Bilsteins (after painting black) and then went to test and tune this afternoon. The Bilsteins raised the rear height by 1/2" (27.5" to 28.0") on the ps while the ds remained at 27.5". At the track, my 60' times were 1.903, 1.840. 1.747 and 1.874. They were consistent 1.7x's before changing to the Bilsteins. I guess I need to learn how to launch with the new shocks.
I still have to install the front Bilsteins.

[HairDrier]

Got mine today! They sure are Yellow :dong:

Doubt I will paint them though, I am lazy