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Old 11-12-2013, 11:30 AM
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Default Shock rebuild worth it ?

About 30,000 miles ago I replaced my adjustable Bilsteins with KYB's. Never was very impressed with them. Has anyone had their Bilsteins rebuilt ? Can have them done for $145 per. Is it worth the price ? Also need the little gear for the stud on top. Who sells them ?

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Old 11-12-2013, 11:35 AM
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I looked into having mine rebuilt. I found I could buy new ones for only $10 more per shock, so I went with new.
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If youre ok with the stock type valving buy new
Youre going to get hit with a "rerod" for ea shock which will cost plenty more or they wont warranty it. They dont have the paint either so youll have to do that.

I went with their Moracco valving so it cost me more so at the time worth it. Again for replacement just buy new.
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You can pick up a new set of z51's for 3 bills.
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Hello,

I have a set of re-valved FX3 Bilsteins (all 4) with actuators for sale. Only selling due to solid axle conversion. If interested PM me.

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Steve
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Originally Posted by STEVEN13
Hello,

I have a set of re-valved FX3 Bilsteins (all 4) with actuators for sale. Only selling due to solid axle conversion. If interested PM me.

Regards,
Steve
Hi Steve - sent a PM... happy to chat about this.
Thanks
Jim

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