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Old 08-24-2006, 03:06 AM
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as you probably already guessed, i need new rear shocks for a 93 GT. unfortunatly i cant aford many of the top quality shocks out there. my questions are, which shocks would be good quality, reasonable price, and will keep the rear at the same stock level??

the reason that i belive that i need new shocks is that because the rear tires on the inside are getting really worn down... even after an alignment. am i right in thinking this???


any thing that worked for you guys or any opinions of expertise would be much appreciated,
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Old 08-24-2006, 03:33 AM
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shocks dont effect hieght, the spring does
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Old 08-24-2006, 03:40 PM
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I have Koni shocks/struts and am happy with them.

Not sure if they're out of your price range though. They aren't the most expensive, but not the cheapest either.
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Old 08-24-2006, 03:59 PM
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Lakewood 50/50's, theyre good shocks, only about $40 a piece or somewhere along there. Or go to the parts store and buy stock shocks for your car.

Is the back sagging any? Does it kinda keep bouncing after you hit a bump?
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Old 08-24-2006, 06:14 PM
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I had some cheap Red Riders on the back, and they were great for the street.
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Old 08-24-2006, 06:22 PM
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tire pressure could also affect the way your tires are wearing down... have you checked them recently?
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Old 08-24-2006, 06:29 PM
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KYB Gas A Just the best bang for the buck
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Old 08-24-2006, 06:42 PM
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KYB Gas A Just the best bang for the buck
Def. the best bang for the buck.
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Old 08-24-2006, 07:49 PM
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thats what i got.
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brenspeed sells the Tokico HP's for 266 shipped. That's the route I'm taking.
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