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Old Nov 15, 2001 | 09:19 AM
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FB suspension advice needed

Hey guys

Would u be so kind and give us some suggestions for new suspension for FB ? Friend needs upgrade, but he is looking for cheapest possible stuff. And to have it more complicated, we need to get something whats on market in europe. So please list some models/part numbers of shocks/springs he could use on FB.
Its around 82 year, european model. Should be similar to US models.

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Old Nov 15, 2001 | 08:20 PM
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First, replace idler arm bushings. Cheap and easy. Then go over to polyurethane bushings from the factory rubber ones. Once this is done, if you want more go to a largers sway bar and stiffer shocks and struts....

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Old Nov 16, 2001 | 02:03 AM
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Thanks, but i need some brands/part numbers for aftermarket shocks and springs.....which i should look for.
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Old Nov 16, 2001 | 12:18 PM
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I can get you the same setup that I put on Dana's GSL.
RB springs, Tokico Blues

Or you can go with my GC coil-over setup. :-)
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Old Nov 16, 2001 | 02:25 PM
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How are those RB springs with Tokico Blues?

I have the HP's but need to replace my 18 year old (read worn out) springs.

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Old Nov 16, 2001 | 05:31 PM
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Originally posted by yayarx7
How are those RB springs with Tokico Blues?

I have the HP's but need to replace my 18 year old (read worn out) springs.

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They work great. Not as good as my GC coilovers, but definately cheaper. Worth the money.
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Old Nov 16, 2001 | 05:49 PM
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shox.com

I got eibach pro-kit springs and tokico illuminas from them for 650 shipped to my door.
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Old Nov 16, 2001 | 11:41 PM
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Originally posted by David88vert
I can get you the same setup that I put on Dana's GSL.
RB springs, Tokico Blues
I paid $440 for that same setup from RB.
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