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Date:         Thu, 6 Dec 2012 09:21:17 -0500
Reply-To:     Harry Hoffman <hhoffman@IP-SOLUTIONS.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Harry Hoffman <hhoffman@IP-SOLUTIONS.NET>
Subject:      Re: Need recomendations for new shocks for an '85 Vanagon
Comments: To: Ed <email99@BELLSOUTH.NET>
In-Reply-To:  <vanagon%2012120602123956@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
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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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