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• Re: I HAVE the OME shocks!!!
  Historical mailing list - Steve
  Mon, 26 Apr 1999 12:13:40 -0700
  ...I HAVE the OME shocks!!! > > > My OME shocks just came today. They are yellow and the rears look > > substantial. I haven't held a...
• Re: Tires done now on to shocks
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Fri, 4 Jan 2019 12:49:26 -0800
  ...but if you put new springs at the same time as for the shocks you will save some labor cost. as for the shocks...
• Re: Rear heater control
  Historical mailing list - Mike S
  Mon, 19 Nov 2012 07:43:47 -0500
  On 11/18/2012 10:27 PM, MICHAEL H wrote: > Harry - pneumatic tires ARE shock absorbers at a basic, technical level ... Well, no. They...
• First shock off - Question about collar
  Historical mailing list - B Feddish
  Fri, 17 Jul 2009 19:12:54 -0400
  OK, nobody wants to know how long it took me to just get 1 front shock off.... It's an 83.5 Scott BTW...
• Shocks on a camper
  Historical mailing list - Alain Thibault
  Sat, 19 Feb 2000 12:46:35 -0700
  Hi everybody, I am planning to change the 4 shocks on my 1991 westy as they have never been changed. These are the original...
• Re: anybody got the thread count for a shock bolt handy?
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Sun, 23 Apr 2000 03:15:17 +0200
  Mark Mages wrote: > It won;t hurt it > to go without the shock for a while - not any more > than to have it flapping...
• The Elusive Koni Shocks
  Historical mailing list - Tom Naylor
  Mon, 19 Mar 2001 11:17:41 -0800
  ...Koni Shocks After a bit of searching and meandering, I was able to order a set of adjustable, Dutch made Koni's from a...
• changing rear shocks
  Historical mailing list - s w
  Thu, 9 May 2002 13:19:13 -0700
  need to replace my rear shocks after blowing one out in baja. was wondering how much of a pita this might be, looks fairly...
• Re: Shock Absorbers, '90 Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Dave Katsuki
  Thu, 26 Jul 2001 11:20:37 -0400
  ...Dave 90 Westy At 07:45 PM 7/25/01 -0700, Bruce Grove wrote: >Doug wrote: > > ><snip> > > So do the KYB $30 shocks really...
• Re: Tireack and Koni shocks
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Thu, 21 Sep 2006 06:43:05 -0700
  ...I ended up putting the old stock ones back on after tracing knocking noises to the front upper shock bushings. It's now 10...
• Re: What is a Bilstein #46-830 shock for?
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Sat, 19 May 2001 09:40:30 -0400
  > I was told that some people are running these same shocks at the rear of > their Syncros as part of a custom Bilsteins group...
• Re: Shocks For a Camper
  Historical mailing list - Scott Beckstead
  Mon, 11 Sep 1995 09:30:42 -0700 (PDT)
  On Sun, 10 Sep 1995, Tim McDermott wrote: > I need new shocks for my 1985 camper , does anone have any preferences? > > Yes, I prefer...
• Re: Shock Absorbers for Vanagon (2WD)
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Mon, 2 Feb 2009 19:28:47 -0500
  KYB makes a GR-2, which is cheaper and gives a softer ride, like a stock shock. They're also well-known for their...
• Re: saggy westfalia butt
  Historical mailing list - Don in Phoenix
  Sun, 21 Mar 2004 20:40:13 -0700
  ...Yes, I have seen times when changing the shocks altered ride height. Generally, the ride height can be increased by replacing WORN OUT shocks...
• Re: Shocks
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Mon, 30 Jul 2007 12:47:36 -0400
  > A few years ago, I replaced my original shocks with KYB > shocks and regretted it ever since. The KYB shocks are very > harsh, every...
• Re: Front shock bushing questions
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Sat, 24 Apr 2010 16:57:00 -0700
  On Sat, Apr 24, 2010 at 3:26 PM, Shawn Wright <vwdiesels@gmail.com> wrote: > Hello all, > > Slowly getting around to my front shocks...
• Re: Syncro Front Shocks
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Sun, 1 Mar 1998 09:28:53 -0800
  At 09:13 PM 2/28/98 -0800, Marilyn Nelson-Ehret wrote: >Are there any stiff front shocks available for my 90 Syncro Westy...
• Re: KYB Shocks
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 14 Mar 2000 08:42:11 -0700
  ...KYB Shocks > > The shocks I installed were the KYB sold by Bus Depot. Maybe Ron can > > answer that question... > > > They were KYB GR2 series...
• Removing Front Shocks Question
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Tue, 27 Feb 2001 07:53:44 -0800
  ...Since I replace the front shocks on my '81 Vanagon only 10-12 years ago you'd think I'd know the answer to...
• Re: Front shocks replacement question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 24 Aug 2015 07:01:03 -0400
  ...I’ve completed 3 shocks. the front passenger shock went well though I probably did most things wrong! I placed the van on only...
• Re: Shocking Thread
  Historical mailing list - STEPHEN OVERMYER
  Tue, 11 May 2004 15:34:05 +1000
  ...Gas shocks such as Bilstein and KYB are stiffer than the original-equipment oil-filled shocks. This will improve cornering and nose dive when...
• Re: bad shock?tire ovals
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Christensen
  Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:44:00 +0000
  ...bad shock?tire ovals Hello List, I have a few questions that maybe someone can answer. I replaced my old shocks with bilsteens HD...
• Re: Shock Absorbers for Vanagon (2WD)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Tue, 3 Feb 2009 22:50:20 -0600
  Actually, driving at a speed that minimized washboarding also gave the shocks a huge workout. This is because the tires were moving up & down...
• Re: Bilstein shock query
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 12 Feb 2020 06:27:32 -0800
  ...Oh just to be clear, the bilstein b6 shocks I’m interested in have these part numbers 24-247245 front 24-247252 rear Alistair...
• Shock recomendations
  Historical mailing list - radish150
  Sun, 1 Apr 2001 19:40:06 -0800
  ...When I replaced all my shocks I found that the gr2's were not even as stiff as my stock sach shocks (cheap cheap...
• Re: factory syncro shock absorbers
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 5 Nov 1995 17:39:06 -0500
  In a message dated 95-10-31 20:24:40 EST, drew@interport.net (Derek Drew) writes: >Hopefully, the front shocks for the 16...
• Squeaking suspension
  Historical mailing list - Lionel Tun
  Sun, 26 Jan 1997 21:00:33 -0000
  ...Could it be the shock absorbers? What happens when shocks begin to wear out eg do they get harder or softer? Front: The front...
• Re: KYB shocks
  Historical mailing list - Leon Korkin
  Fri, 21 Dec 2001 23:28:29 -0800
  Installed KYB shocks and after only 6 months lower bushings came out of the housings. Called KYB, without admitting poor design suggested to have...
• Re: How long have your shocks lasted?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Tue, 3 Feb 2004 22:06:01 -0800
  My KYB shocks in front lasted 5 years. When I removed them they were out of gas. No wonder the ride was so rough...
• Replaced shocks
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 16 Aug 2007 19:50:25 -0400
  I put new Alco shocks all around on my '85 Westy. This is my first experience with that brand so it'll be interesting...
• $135/ea shocks! - Scott Martel
  Historical mailing list - Austin Silvester
  Tue, 16 Apr 1996 00:12:04 -0700
  At 03:28 PM 4/15/96 -0500, you wrote: >The standard shocks list for $135.00 each!!! and can't imagine what the...
• Re: SYNCRO SPRINGS !!!
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Fri, 21 Jan 2000 00:30:58 +0100
  MAINTTEC DUNBAR wrote: > Did they fit different shocks to the 16? because he mentioned that > the standard shocks would be ok if they had...
• Re: Re Koni Shocks?
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Press
  Mon, 21 Jun 2004 13:47:35 -0700
  LOREN BUSCH said: > ....I recently installed the Red - Koni Specials. .... > What was your source for the Koni shocks? > I purchased the Koni Special shocks...
• Re: Shocks Update
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Thu, 2 Feb 2006 21:16:03 EST
  ...These units are called "shock-absorbers" completely incorrectly. What they are in fact is dampers... they damp spring oscillations during & after road irregularities. The...
• recommendation for shocks
  Historical mailing list - M.V. Dziak
  Thu, 30 Apr 1998 17:59:05 -0700
  Recently purchased an '85 Westfalia, automatic that needs a new round of shocks. Any recommendations? Mark '85 Westy Los Angeles, CA
• What is a Bilstein #46-830 shock for?
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Fri, 18 May 2001 15:21:38 EDT
  I believe these are Vanagon rear shocks but will they fit a Syncro? Many Tanques, BenT
• 88 Westie Front End Noise?
  Historical mailing list - Kirk van Druten
  7 Feb 1996 23:15:20 U
  ...I thought the front shocks were shot and finally got around to replacing them. Unfortunately the noise has gotten worse with the new shocks...
• Re: syncro front shocks
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 12 Jul 1996 01:34:30 -0400
  Mark McCulley writes: << Also I've determined from scanning the archives that the front shocks are a dealer only item. Anyone know differently? >> We...
• Re: syncro shock test
  Historical mailing list - KKALnSF
  Wed, 4 Apr 2012 23:24:07 -0700
  ...Quite an extensive test of shocks, results in German but can be easily translated. > > > http://ig-syncro16.de/forum/index.php?name=ForumsPro&file...
• Re: Shock recomendations
  Historical mailing list - John Pronk
  Mon, 2 Apr 2001 04:00:24 -0000
  ...When I replaced all my shocks I found that the gr2's were not even as stiff as my stock sach shocks (cheap cheap...
• Re: syncro shock test
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Thu, 5 Apr 2012 09:02:37 -0400
  ...Various shocks, adjustable ones are listed with settings, are on the right. Chris. Wysłane z iPhone'a Dnia Apr 5, 2012 o godz. 2...
• Re: Thumping from Tires (?)
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Mon, 13 Feb 2017 17:06:54 -0800
  Your upper shock bushing is worn out. The tire is a little out of round causing the shock to thump. Z
• Bilstein HD shock valving
  Historical mailing list - Joel VanderKwaak
  Sun, 9 Apr 2006 19:33:45 -0700
  Hey all, Anyone out there happen to know the valving for the heavy duty Bilstein shocks (front and back)? Thanks, Joel
• Shocks ~ Koni's anyone?
  Historical mailing list - Brian Tipsword
  Fri, 3 Feb 2006 10:05:04 -0800
  Was wondering if anyone was running the Koni shock out in Vanagonland? If so, what say you regarding their merits? Brian
• New High-End Vanagon Shocks!
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Tue, 18 Jan 2005 11:37:12 -0500
  We have just added a couple of high performance Vanagon shocks to our mix. Both fit all models except Syncro. The Sachs/Boge heavy...
• Re: Replacing shocks: spring compressor?
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sun, 12 Oct 2008 09:55:30 -0400
  Vanagon does not use a McPherson type front suspension and the front shocks are inside but separate from front springs. You do not need...
• Re: Shocks
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 9 Jun 2015 16:36:12 -0700
  ...Shocks Hi listers, If the cupping wear on my front passenger outer side is most likely a tired shock then the next question is...
• Re: Shock advice
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Thu, 5 Dec 2002 23:31:33 -0500
  ...Not all vanagon owners have the money to spend on the expensive shocks. > > They might have a harder ride then others ... But KYB's...
• Re: KYB Shocks
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Tue, 14 Mar 2000 09:13:55 -0500
  > The shocks I installed were the KYB sold by Bus Depot. Maybe Ron can > answer that question... They were KYB GR2 series low-pressure...
• shocks
  Historical mailing list - James Vidal
  Wed, 3 Dec 2003 16:27:45 -0500
  I am looking to replace the shocks on my 91 Carat. Now that i have my new Kuhmo tires thanks to Goldibox (Tim) i...
• Smoother ride? Is it possible?
  Historical mailing list - Janet Sanford
  Fri, 11 May 2007 14:09:32 -0700
  ...It really is a bumpy ride, so I was wondering if there is a tire/shock combo or different shocks or just tires, that...
• Re: front shock replacement
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Wed, 25 Feb 2004 19:37:26 -0700
  ...however, you will need a spring compressor to compress the springs for shock removal and especially to reinstal the new shocks. i did the...
• Re: DO YOU KNOW??
  Historical mailing list - Bill Urban
  Fri, 9 Oct 1998 15:17:04 -0500
  Hello all, About the shocks, if you aren't dead set on the KYB's Sears has their Roadhandler (Gabriel) gas shocks priced at...
• Re: How long have your shocks lasted?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Tue, 3 Feb 2004 22:06:02 -0800
  My KYB shocks in front lasted 5 years. When I removed them they were out of gas. No wonder the ride was so rough...
• Re: Shocks for 2WD
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:17:46 -0700
  Here is something to be aware of on "adjustable" sport shocks like Konis, etc.. Most of those only adjust on "rebound".... And most of...
• Shocks Shocking!
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 7 Nov 2010 07:33:19 -0800
  I just replaced my front shocks with some inexpensive ones from Bus Depot and I am amazed. 84 low roof van with a kitchen...
• Re: Shocking Dilemma...
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 20 Sep 2002 07:17:56 -0400
  ...Will the stock Boge shocks be able to control the > Performance Boge springs adequately so that there is not too much > oscillating after a...
• Re: Opinions on Bilstein vs. KYB shocks desired
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Wed, 7 Jul 2004 11:19:07 -0400
  > Any listmember opinions on whether or not the Bilsteins are > worth the extra money over KYB shocks would be appreciated. > My VW mechanic charges...
• Re: Front shocks replacement question
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 22 Aug 2015 20:00:19 -0400
  ...Front shocks replacement question Hi Stuart and others, I’m still planning to do the front shocks, but decided to do the back ones...
• Re: Rear Shocks
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Thu, 28 May 2009 08:04:04 -0400
  The rear shocks are easy, however they can be a little tricky. It is just two bolts and you just remove them, put in...