Better Rear Shocks

JUS BIT · #1 (**permalink**) 04-18-2008, 09:18 AM

Any one try out any other shocks for the rear of the car? I was wondering if the KYB shocks that they make for the VW would fit the same and work better. I'm just looking for a little better rebound when tracking the car.

Bests, James

JUS BIT · #2 (**permalink**) 04-30-2008, 10:18 PM

Well, I got the new KYB Gas Adjust shocks in the car and they seem to work very well. It was about the simplest install in the world. Within 15 minutes I had them changed out.

I could tell the difference between the shocks when I depressed each of them to the ground when I had them out of the car. The KYB was slightly harder to push down and seemed to rebound a little quicker. I guess time will tell when I get them on the track in June. Easy upgrade for $34 each.

James

jp65cobra · #3 (**permalink**) 05-01-2008, 12:53 PM

James

This sounds interesting and I want to upgrade mine as well.

Dumb question, do you have any model number available?

Thanks

John

cobra cowboy · #4 (**permalink**) 05-01-2008, 03:30 PM

Summit racing PT# KYB-KG5529
I only know this cuz I got it from James invoice today. lol

Summit pictures a front shock for that number but it is a rear shock

jp65cobra · #5 (**permalink**) 05-01-2008, 05:41 PM

Cobra Cowboy

Thanks

Cashburn · #6 (**permalink**) 05-01-2008, 04:46 PM

KYBs are nice. Bilsteins are even better. But in either case it firms things up quite a bit. I think the standard shock is best all around for a cruiser.

JUS BIT · #7 (**permalink**) 05-01-2008, 09:17 PM

From messing around with all the shocks, I can put them in order from softest to hardest:

Gabriels : Soft
KYB GR2 Standard: Medium
KYB Gas a Just: Medium-Firm
Bilsteins: Very Firm

Hope this helps,

James

Speedysnake · #8 (**permalink**) 05-02-2008, 05:56 AM

I replaced my original rear shocks with Bilsteins and have been very happy with the performance and ride. The OEM shocks allowed for a lot of wheel hop with the open differential, while the Bilsteins hold the tires to the road. I also had some problems with the car "bottoming out" with the spring hitting in the lower bucket. That is no longer a problem either.

thunder1 · #9 (**permalink**) 05-03-2008, 05:21 AM

What part# on the bilstein shocks for backdrafts
Thanks ED

Speedysnake · #10 (**permalink**) 05-03-2008, 05:29 AM

Rear shocks from a 1969 VW bug. Bilstein p/n B46-0034-H0 works, need to cut mounting sleeve on lower end.

tamanaco · #11 (**permalink**) 05-04-2008, 05:58 AM

I just installed the Bilstein p/n B46-0034-H0. It increased my ride heigth by about 1/2 inch, and they a firm. Have not tested if it resolved the wheel hop yet.

cbreez · #12 (**permalink**) 11-01-2013, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JUS BIT

From messing around with all the shocks, I can put them in order from softest to hardest:

Gabriels : Soft
KYB GR2 Standard: Medium
KYB Gas a Just: Medium-Firm
Bilsteins: Very Firm

Hope this helps,

James

Just curious...most aftermarket performance shocks use a pretty standard numbering system to define the compression and rebound. Do you have these? Have you checked each them on a dyno? In most cases shock stiffness should be matched to the spring rates of a car, especially for street use. Are they all 50-50? What are the spring rates being talked about here? I would like to know for my own knowledge and reference.

I was also curious what the term "it's better" means...

Thanks

PLDRIVE · #13 (**permalink**) 11-01-2013, 05:27 PM

If u guys want to step up to a high end race/street shocks MCS (Moton) has shocks for our cars BDR. I've had a set of (prototypes) Double adjustables for over a year but due to outside circumstances have not gotten my car on the track to give feedback to MCS. MCS now offers a double adjustable (non remote canister) that would make an outstanding damper for street/track combination cars (for BDRs).

The shocks that come on BDR are or ok for the street but not for track use or high speed.

Lex at MCS can fix U up.

JUS BIT · #14 (**permalink**) 05-04-2008, 09:22 PM

I officially put about 25 miles on the car yesterday with the new KYB Gas Adjust shocks and I am very happy with the ride. It did not seem tougher at all, but I did notice a significant reduction in wheel hop. The car launched great without any wheel hop on multiple occassions.

I am really looking forward to seeing if these shocks make a difference on the road course.

Bests, James

Bailey · #15 (**permalink**) 05-05-2008, 04:21 PM

Oh, That's just great. Gotta make it faster eh??
MMM I may have to do some tweaking......
Glad it worked out James, look forward to catching up.
Richard
Off to Sebring in three weeks.....

TXWOOD · #16 (**permalink**) 05-05-2008, 06:24 PM

http://www.carrerashocks.com/

Do these guys make a replacement shock for the Backdraft?

QA 1 makes a 10 position adjustable non coil over shock

JUS BIT · #17 (**permalink**) 05-05-2008, 06:16 PM

Richard, I've gotta get on the track in order to practice so that I can keep up with you at Run n Gun this year. I look forward to seeing you again soon... Have fun at Sebring and good luck!

James

JUS BIT · #18 (**permalink**) 05-05-2008, 08:50 PM

I guess you would need to use one of their universal shocks that have the same travel distance and extended length. Also, the bolts would have to line up as well.

Let us know if you find anything...

Bests, James

FUNFER2 · #19 (**permalink**) 05-05-2008, 09:04 PM

I replaced my rear Aldan shocks with QA-1's (twelve way adjustable) and the difference is remarkable.
I may be doing the same for the front.

Iv'e done quite a bit of work with my rear suspension. If you interested, check out my post "Rear suspension problem (Lone Star) and others"

Posted today, May 5th.

I think I have the problem's fixed, and need to up date my post.
It's level, rides a lot better and I'm very happy !

TXWOOD · #20 (**permalink**) 05-05-2008, 09:49 PM

on a previous suspension question, QA 1 refered me to these guys

http://www.naake.com/