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Subject:Re: List advice on winter repairs , shocks,
From:Dug Smith <dug@DUGBERT.COM>
Date:Tue, 26 Nov 2024 15:02:42 -0800

Hi Eric,

It's always something, isn't it?

If / when my HD Bilsteins start failing, I've been looking at:

https://t3technique.com/collections/025-motorsport-shifter/products/lifted-2wd-vanagon-shocks

They have standard and lifted versions.

toodle pip,
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On 11/26/2024 14:00, Eric Caron wrote:
> Hi folks,
>
> I just had some prevention work done on my 84
> Coolant hoses and pipes replaced.
> and it is coming back with some recommendations for me to do on my own.
>
> What is the list thinking  on rear shocks?
>
> Mine are leaking and are currently Bilstein.  My shop is recommending Koni set to the stiffest setting.  Not sure I spelled that correctly.
>
> I’ve done shocks before so I’ll plan to do that.  But, any thoughts on the shocks?
>
> One factor, my van has a GW lift put in back in 2010.  It sits tall, but not much different then my 85.
> These are the GW springs.
>
> Tips on this work appreciated.
>
> Eric Caron
> Always doing projects on the vans!

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