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Subject:Re: Need recomendations for new shocks for an '85 Vanagon
From:Harry Hoffman
Date:Thu, 6 Dec 2012 09:21:17 -0500

I just got Koni's for my van (from BD). They are wonderful, a much nicer
ride. :-)

This is on 16" alloy wheels and tires.

Cheers,
Harry

On 12/06/2012 01:56 AM, Ed wrote:
> I also believe in Koni Special Red shocks for the Vanagon.  I've had
> Bilstein HDs on my 86 Westfalia for many years and, while they are long
> lasting and are adequate in controlling the springs under most conditions,
> they don't give the great control nor ride that I want.  I believe the
> harshness some people have reported with the Bilsteins is more due to tires
> than shocks.  My current suspension is Michelin Defender 215/65r16 Load
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