With regard to the KYBs I'm using, two of which are gas-adjust, or some
such, I got them because they were highly recommended by people on this
list when I was looking to replace my OEM shocks. Just goes to show that
opinions change over time.

I've had differing results using Bilsteins, though that has been on my
BMWs. On the e28s, '85-'88 time period, the Bilstein HDs are an excellent
choice; on my e39, a '00 model, not so much . . .

Marc

On Thu, Mar 20, 2014 at 1:45 PM, The Bus Depot <vanagon@busdepot.com> wrote:

> > Having used both, Bilsteins run circles around KYBs.  IMHO the KYBs are
> harsh
> > and have poor rebound control compared to the Bilsteins. Though the
> gas-filled
> > KYBs will raise your Van a small amount.
>
> I agree about the KYB's versus the Bilsteins. The KYB's are cheap but are a
> bit "unpolished," so to speak, compared to either the Bilsteins or the
> Boges. However, IMO the best shocks of all for a Vanagon are the Koni's.
> They have great handling, are lifetime warranted, and (uniquely) are user
> adjustable to your taste (or to compensate for wear/softening as they age).
> I have never seen a customer be less than thrilled with them.
>
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