Hi,

I have the Bilsteins with the BD Boge springs and MXT tires.  I am very
happy with the result.  It is firm enough to be stable in crosswinds --
although I do get buffeted in the vortex behind large trucks.  The ride is
very comfortable, though.  It is much softer than you would get with
"sport" springs, and I don't do 45 mph exit ramps.  I can't comment on the
KYB's nor make $ value judgements, but I am happy with what I have.

Michael
90 Carat

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> From: Stuart MacMillan <macmillan@home.com>
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Any Bilstein users?
> Date: Tuesday, May 22, 2001 12:22 PM
>
> It's shock time.  My KYBs have degenerated to point where I feel like
> I'm piloting a boat on the freeway.  But then they do have about 150,000
> miles on them.
>
> The Bilstein's are high pressure for both front and rear, while the KYB
> uses a low pressure front shock.
>
> What are the opinions of the Bilstein users out there?  Are they worth a
> $210 premium over the KYBs, even with the lifetime warranty?