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  1. 02-05-2015, 10:48 AM #1
    71-911T
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    Koni or bilstein

    I need to know your opinions on the above shocks for regular street driving for a 71-911T. Also who has the best prices.

    Thanks inadvance David
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  2. 02-05-2015, 01:32 PM #2
    37yrold911
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    custom, digressive valved Bilsteins based on your torsion bars, tire aspect ratio/size & driving style
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  3. 02-05-2015, 03:00 PM #3
    RSTarga
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    For the street either one off the shelf will be good, paragon products can certainly recommend a good solution. I've never used a custom setting in over 40 years. Track use is a different story.
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  4. 02-05-2015, 04:11 PM #4
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    Keep in mind that these will also have different struts, so . . .

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  5. 02-05-2015, 05:13 PM #5
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    I'd argue that digressive valving is even more useful on the street than on the track.. but let your pocketbook be your guide, just like Jiminey Cricket said.
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  6. 02-05-2015, 06:07 PM #6
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    My short-hood never hits the track, but I will send my stock Bilsteins out to be rebuilt digressive at some point. It is really superior. Enough so that I'd almost want to look for a set of worn used Bilsteins for your '71 and have them rebuilt, rather than any new off-the-shelf.
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  7. 02-08-2015, 12:48 AM #7
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    I love my stock Koni's...... It's how it came from the factory, so why not.
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  8. 02-08-2015, 02:03 AM #8
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    Adjustable Konis all round on stock settings on '68. Amazing compliant ride and handling. Just got some Michelin XWXs and keen to see how they go with the Konis. I have a set of NLA unused BOGEs but would not even bother.
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