Date:         Mon, 2 Feb 2009 18:12:10 -0800
Reply-To:     Michael Snow <slowmachine82@GMAIL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Michael Snow <slowmachine82@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Shock Absorbers for Vanagon (2WD)
Comments: To: Mike <mbucchino@charter.net>
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On Mon, Feb 2, 2009 at 4:28 PM, Mike <mbucchino@charter.net> wrote:
>  KYB makes a GR-2, which is cheaper and gives a softer ride, like a stock shock.
>  They're also well-known for their "Gas-A-Just" shock, which is more expensive and has >  a harsher ride, more suited to off-road than street use.

According to KYB's current catalog, there is no choice like this
between the two models. The GR-2 is only for the front (2WD part
#345006, Syncro #344082).  The Gas-a-Just is only for the rear (2WD
part #KG5557, Syncro #KG5459).  They spec the same part number for 2WD
L, GL, and Campmobile models.  They very well may make other
compatible shocks that are re-branded for other manufacturers, but
those, of course are not in their catalog.

http://www.kyb.com/pdf/2008_truck.pdf
http://showmetheparts.com/kyb/

I use the Bilstein HD with the Van-Cafe (aka Syncro.org) 2WD springs
and 215/75-15 tires.  They have just barely enough damping for my
taste, especially in the rear.  If the Gas-a-Just is stiffer, I may be
interested in trying some.  Heck, maybe I should try the Syncro part.

--
Michael Snow
1982 Westfalia 1.9TD
http://slowmachine82.blogspot.com/