No problems with wallowing - if anything the GR2's border on the harsh side.
My personal dislike is that they cause the van to sit a little lower in front,
and
I don't like their dampening characteristics - too harsh on large bumps.

They certainly are acceptable - but I think there are better choices out there.

Todd
'88 Westy

All of Us wrote:

> 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?
>
> Dan Weber
> Miss Blue - '87 GL Weekender
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Todd Last <Rubatoguy@MINDSPRING.COM>
> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
> Sent: Tuesday, April 17, 2001 7:35 PM
> Subject: Re: Looking For Recomendations For Shocks
>
> > I'd recommend against the GR2's in the front. (Having a pair)
> > What I noticed that the combination of the GR2's in the front,
> > and gas-adjust in the rear gives a definite rake to the van.
> >
> > My experience is that the GR2s are not up to the task of the front.
> > I'd go with the stock Boges or Bilsteins instead.
> >
> > Todd
> > '88 Westy
> >
> > Rod Smith wrote:
> >
> > > Hi;
> > >  I've pretty much decided on KYB Gas-Adjust
> > > for the rear of my '84 Westy, as I've heard good
> > > things about these.
> > >
> > >  I've heard that the GR2's for the front aren't as good, though.
> > > I don't really want to spend the kind of money it takes to
> > > go with the Bilsteins, but don't know of any alternatives.
> > > Any opinions/advise on best shock for the front?
> > >
> > > Also does anyone know of a good source for a rear air bag
> > > lift kit?
> > >
> > > Thanks!
> > > Rod.
> >