Shocks on a 96 LT1

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How long do the stock shocks usually last on a LT1? My 96 vette has about 64K milles. I has started to feel a bit more soft than it did but it doesn't bounce or anything like a car that obviously has bad shocks.

[Idaho Slim]

I went with the KYB's on mine after himhawing about it, MAN! I should not have waited, so long!!Made a instant difference. You really don't know the perfomance loss of handling as it gradually fades away. I replaced mine at almost exactly the same mileage as you

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Shock Advice Please, 96 LT-1

[pgtr]

I suspect detecting worn shocks can be a tad tricky as declining shock performance can 'creep up on you' over the years. I'll 'WAG' at anywhere from 50 to 80k ? If any 1 shock shows signs of leaking - that would definately precipitate a full set for me.

I see a lot of references for the KYBs as popular replacements? I'm curious how a new set of KYBs compare to a new set of OEM Billsteins on an FE1 since they should be properly matched for the suspension 'package'. I always planned on sticking w/ the OEMs but the many KYB posts have me curious.

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Originally Posted by pgtr

I suspect detecting worn shocks can be a tad tricky as declining shock performance can 'creep up on you' over the years. I'll 'WAG' at anywhere from 50 to 80k ? If any 1 shock shows signs of leaking - that would definately precipitate a full set for me.

I see a lot of references for the KYBs as popular replacements? I'm curious how a new set of KYBs compare to a new set of OEM Billsteins on an FE1 since they should be properly matched for the suspension 'package'. I always planned on sticking w/ the OEMs but the many KYB posts have me curious.

I have the FE1 base suspension also. Idaho Slim, does your car have the FE1 suspension also?