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Subject:Re: Looking For Recomendations For Shocks
From:Chuck Mathis
Date:Tue, 17 Apr 2001 22:19:59 EDT

I've got KYB's on all four corners of my '85  Wolfsburg Westy.  Wallowing and
body lean is not a problem.  The ride is very firm -- bordering on harsh.  I
must be missing something 'cause after about 15K miles I'm satisfied with
them.

Chuck
'85 Wolfsburg Westy -- 'Roland the Road Buffalo'

In a message dated 4/17/01 8:52:18 PM, weber@OWC.NET writes:

<< Todd and Volks:

Does this dislike of the KYB shocks on the front end apply specifically to

Westys or are the GR2's the wrong choice for a 7 passenget Vanagon too? What

is the reasoning for advising against the KYB's. Does the van wallow through

turns, or perhaps experience excessive body roll? What's the deal?

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