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Old 10-27-2009, 03:42 PM
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I have a 1994 convertible. Needs new shocks (94k miles). Corvette Central has Edelbrock IAS for $529/set. Are these worth it? Any recommendations for the best replacement shocks?
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For a street use Corvette go with Bilsteins, same as original.
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For a street use Corvette go with Bilsteins, same as original.
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Would like to eliminate wheel chatter on rough turns.
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Originally Posted by Camelotian
Would like to eliminate wheel chatter on rough turns.
check your springs, and alignment
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DON'T USE THE EDELBROCKS. By far not worth the money. Been there, done that and still kick myself for that purchase back in the day. Love the new Sport Bilsteins from VBandP!
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Bilsteins. Good shocks that last.
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Also, check all your suspension grommets, bushings, etc. With that many miles, they may need replacing too. This would firm up you suspension and help chatter along with an alignment.

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I have heard complaints about them. I too say go with bilsteins, and check ball joints, and bushings right away.
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QA-1 from Jegs - they have the corvette specific series. Adjustable to 12 positions.
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94 LT1 had about 95 K miles, put the Bilstiens on it. they didn't cost that much (oh, used the soft ones). Most of the bushings on the rear were in bad shape. Replaced them, and didn't really feel much difference. BUT, the old shocks were WORN out.

I'm happy, the car DOES ride some better and the cost ain't any higher than using some other shocks.

bill

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