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Offline CudamanTom

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Re: shocks question
« Reply #15 on: May 21, 2014 - 07:39:08 AM »
Good point Brad,

I does make sense on some great handling on these old rides.
I guess I based my earlier judgement on where I'm currently at on my project and the budget to work with to get it on the road.
I suspect sometime in the future when things slow down and projects done, I will be inquiring here about a better handling and smoother ride myself.  :cheers:
1971 Cuda Vert 440-833 - (clone)
1971 Cuda 440-727 - (clone)


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Offline Mopar Mitch

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Re: shocks question
« Reply #16 on: May 21, 2014 - 03:27:50 PM »
Todays newer single and double adjustable shocks have a very conveniant knob or two to twist... unlike the older shocks from years ago that have to be, at least, partially disconnected (top or bottom), then compressed and twisted for adjustment (like my old Red Konis), then re-installed.  With the knobs, its quick and easy!  So again, you pay for what you get with shocks.
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Offline dodj

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Re: shocks question
« Reply #17 on: May 21, 2014 - 10:03:39 PM »
Now we`re getting somewhere with this puppy....  :bigsmile:  adjusting the front shocks to the max made a big difference  :2thumbs:  It still is a tad harsh in the rear, but feels way more balanced.  A 177.38 % improvement for sure  :woo:  It corners great too ,but I will add the koni`s for the rear to next seasons wishlist.    thanks!   
man ,I love this car   :woohoo: :burnout: :burnout: :burnout:
Glad it made a big difference.   :2thumbs: I have the IAS shocks all round and am quite happy with them.
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