IIRC, Jim Arnott posted about a FLAPS type shock as a possibly more
affordable alternative.

Maybe a search will reveal?

What about our list vendors? A quick look at busdepot shows front and
rears on sale for less than $50.

I too will need shocks for my '88. I also see a bunch listed on
rockauto.com but note that some are close out or other.

Seems to me though that one may get what they pay for. I've enjoyed my
Bilstein HD shocks. They still seem to be fine though I see you're
likely looking for a less stiff shock.

Neil.

On Fri, Apr 19, 2013 at 10:29 AM, David M <covrambles@yahoo.com> wrote:

> Currently have KYB which I will never buy again.
> I checked eBay and saw Bilstein, Meyle, Boge, Gabriel, Monroe. Did not see any Konis.
> Some of these brands there appear to multiple types.
>  I'm looking for a soft ride not good handling.
> The Bilsteins are outside my price range. I'd prefer to spend $50 or under per shock.

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