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Title: what shocks have anyone used
Post by: grants6 on October 14, 2019, 12:53:51 PM

looking for replacement shocks on my 65, i was wondering what other owners have tried and happy with, i will have stock suspension, but looking for something better than oem? thanks brad in il.

Title: Re: what shocks have anyone used
Post by: yachtsmanbill on October 14, 2019, 01:15:32 PM

I was shocked when I bought mine last February (no pun intended!) at about 30.00 each. The days of the 10.00 shock are long gone! I just went with OEM from crack auto. If you wanted to upgrade, I'd consider some gas filled units with a good warranty. To be honest with you, the stock jobs and new springs lets the special glide down the road. I also did air shocks on the back, for the "look".    Bill

Title: Re: what shocks have anyone used
Post by: gssizzler on October 14, 2019, 01:20:56 PM

I think the kyb gas charged are great! They are stiffer than stock I would say but are excellent for handling and the deflection! The old red gabriels are great to but not sure if you can get them? I have kyb 's on my GS's and my buddies Skylark convertible has the red gabriels! See what rock auto and summit has?

Title: Biquette has KYB shocks as well. (Re: what shocks have anyone used)
Post by: elagache on October 14, 2019, 01:52:34 PM

Dear grants6, Bill, Jon, and mid-60s Buick caregivers,

Quote from: gssizzler on October 14, 2019, 01:20:56 PM

I think the kyb gas charged are great!
. . . .

Biquette also has KYB shocks.  Ultimately they won't work for towing, but they work great for just cruising around town.  I certainly have no complaints!

Cheers, Edouard  :occasion14:

Title: Re: what shocks have anyone used
Post by: GS66 on October 14, 2019, 07:02:34 PM

I have KYB on a couple too, and Hi-Jackers in the back to adjust stance. Can?t have a saggy rear!

Title: Re: what shocks have anyone used
Post by: yachtsmanbill on October 14, 2019, 07:57:13 PM

Had to search the archives, LOL, but these are what I used on the front of the '64...    Bill

https://www.autozone.com/suspension-steering-tire-and-wheel/shock-strut-front/kyb-excel-g-shock-343128/726745_493261_7413 (https://www.autozone.com/suspension-steering-tire-and-wheel/shock-strut-front/kyb-excel-g-shock-343128/726745_493261_7413)

Title: Re: what shocks have anyone used
Post by: grants6 on October 15, 2019, 06:54:54 AM

Thanks for the responses!

Title: Re: what shocks have anyone used
Post by: yachtsmanbill on October 15, 2019, 08:48:33 AM

If anyone is interested, I have the 4 OEM 1964 spiral body shocks for restoration. Concurs restoration ready! Any offers plus the USPS gets them. Bill