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11SynergyGr&Bl · 06-16-2011, 08:57 PM

I was wondering if any company like kyb or whoever has produced struts/shocks for our camaros?? Im not interested in $$ coilovers, so I was wondering. Thanks!! ^.^

Rob@WretchedMS · 06-16-2011, 08:57 PM

The stock struts are very good, why were you looking to upgrade them?

11SynergyGr&Bl · 06-16-2011, 09:02 PM

They aren't bad, but they could be stiffer for sure.

Rob@WretchedMS · 06-16-2011, 09:06 PM

moving to a higher rate spring with the stock struts would be another option. The damping pattern on the stock struts is very good.

L99CAMA2011 · 06-16-2011, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by 11SynergyGr&Bl

They aren't bad, but they could be stiffer for sure.

Springs buddy, Rob is correct, I have installed many shocks and struts on my cars in the past Bilstein sports, Koni adjustables, Tokiko D specs and these stock Camaro shocks are amazing even compared to those, just under Tokiko D specs. I strongly feel you can add stiffer springs and be all set, trust me.

11SynergyGr&Bl · 06-16-2011, 09:09 PM

I've already added.the pfadt ones. Its stiffer, for sure, I guess im not used to a heavy car or the bounce when I go over a speed hump at say 10-15 mph.

L99CAMA2011 · 06-16-2011, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by 11SynergyGr&Bl

I've already added.the pfadt ones. Its stiffer, for sure, I guess im not used to a heavy car or the bounce when I go over a speed hump at say 10-15 mph.

Then for now unfortunately coilovers is the only way to go since no manufacturer has replacement struts. Pedders XA are not badly priced and a friend has them on his Camaro SS and loves them for everyday ride quality.

torranosaurus · 06-16-2011, 09:17 PM

I am running Eibach springs, and it looks and handles great.

11SynergyGr&Bl · 06-16-2011, 09:18 PM

Ok thanks! I had kyb adjustables/eibach springs on my 2nd gen rx7 that tipped the scales just under 2200. I dont think ill beable to put the camaro on such a diet tho. Lol. Il have to see what the future holds.

L99CAMA2011 · 06-16-2011, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by torranosaurus

I am running Eibach springs, and it looks and handles great.

Eibach pro kit springs are honestly still too soft.

PfadtRacing · 06-17-2011, 10:35 AM

As of right now the only solution for upgrading dampers on the 5th Gen Camaro market are coilovers. Our coilovers are fantastic for everything from drag cars, to street cruisers, to HPDE and Road Racing applications. They're definitely my favorite product we have designed and engineered specifically for the Camaro.

JusticePete · 06-17-2011, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by 11SynergyGr&Bl

I've already added.the pfadt ones. Its stiffer, for sure, I guess im not used to a heavy car or the bounce when I go over a speed hump at say 10-15 mph.

When you installed your lowering coils, did you time the bushes to the new ride height?

Rob@WretchedMS · 06-17-2011, 02:44 PM

Here is the info on what Pete posted, and from your description sounds like the problem. While Coilovers are great, you already bought someone's springs so i'm kind of surprised they are still selling and not helping. (brings back memories of Alec Baldwin in Glen Gary Ross, lol)

Step 1. Pull the car up on to a drive uplift.

Step 2. Loosen the following bolts/nuts:
Front:
---Inner Control Arm Bushing
---Inner Radius Rod
Rear:
---Trailing Arm Bushings (both ends)
---Toe Rod Bushings (both ends)
---Lower Control Arm Bushings (Inner)
---Upper Control Arm Bushings (Rearward)
---Lower Strut Bushings

Step 3.
Grab the subframes or sway bars, and jounce the car up and down a few times.

Step 4.
Tighten all of the nuts/bolts to spec.

Step 5.
Align the car at the new ride height.

If you have any problems and can't get in touch with the manufacture or reseller you can feel free to call me i'll offer my help either way,

06-16-2011, 08:57 PM	#1
11SynergyGr&Bl JZ Drives: 2011 Synergy Green Camaro Join Date: May 2011 Location: Arizona Posts: 175	struts/shocks??! I was wondering if any company like kyb or whoever has produced struts/shocks for our camaros?? Im not interested in $$ coilovers, so I was wondering. Thanks!! ^.^ __________________ 2011 SGM Camaro Hi/low 8k HID kit, Injen WB long tube, Pfadt stage 2, Rx black ice-olator, Rx catch can (color matched =D).

06-16-2011, 09:02 PM	#3
11SynergyGr&Bl JZ Drives: 2011 Synergy Green Camaro Join Date: May 2011 Location: Arizona Posts: 175	They aren't bad, but they could be stiffer for sure. __________________ 2011 SGM Camaro Hi/low 8k HID kit, Injen WB long tube, Pfadt stage 2, Rx black ice-olator, Rx catch can (color matched =D).

06-16-2011, 09:09 PM	#6
11SynergyGr&Bl JZ Drives: 2011 Synergy Green Camaro Join Date: May 2011 Location: Arizona Posts: 175	I've already added.the pfadt ones. Its stiffer, for sure, I guess im not used to a heavy car or the bounce when I go over a speed hump at say 10-15 mph. __________________ 2011 SGM Camaro Hi/low 8k HID kit, Injen WB long tube, Pfadt stage 2, Rx black ice-olator, Rx catch can (color matched =D).

06-16-2011, 09:18 PM	#9
11SynergyGr&Bl JZ Drives: 2011 Synergy Green Camaro Join Date: May 2011 Location: Arizona Posts: 175	Ok thanks! I had kyb adjustables/eibach springs on my 2nd gen rx7 that tipped the scales just under 2200. I dont think ill beable to put the camaro on such a diet tho. Lol. Il have to see what the future holds. __________________ 2011 SGM Camaro Hi/low 8k HID kit, Injen WB long tube, Pfadt stage 2, Rx black ice-olator, Rx catch can (color matched =D).

06-16-2011, 08:57 PM	#2
Rob@WretchedMS Drives: His Wife Crazy Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Silas Deane Auto,CT Name: Rob Anderson Posts: 1,789	The stock struts are very good, why were you looking to upgrade them?

06-16-2011, 09:06 PM	#4
Rob@WretchedMS Drives: His Wife Crazy Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Silas Deane Auto,CT Name: Rob Anderson Posts: 1,789	moving to a higher rate spring with the stock struts would be another option. The damping pattern on the stock struts is very good.

06-16-2011, 09:17 PM	#8
torranosaurus Banned Drives: 2010 orange 2SS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: USA Posts: 166 View My Garage	I am running Eibach springs, and it looks and handles great.

06-17-2011, 10:35 AM	#11
PfadtRacing Drives: 2010 Camaro, 2006 Z06 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 3,370	As of right now the only solution for upgrading dampers on the 5th Gen Camaro market are coilovers. Our coilovers are fantastic for everything from drag cars, to street cruisers, to HPDE and Road Racing applications. They're definitely my favorite product we have designed and engineered specifically for the Camaro.

06-17-2011, 02:44 PM	#13
Rob@WretchedMS Drives: His Wife Crazy Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Silas Deane Auto,CT Name: Rob Anderson Posts: 1,789	Here is the info on what Pete posted, and from your description sounds like the problem. While Coilovers are great, you already bought someone's springs so i'm kind of surprised they are still selling and not helping. (brings back memories of Alec Baldwin in Glen Gary Ross, lol) Step 1. Pull the car up on to a drive uplift. Step 2. Loosen the following bolts/nuts: Front: ---Inner Control Arm Bushing ---Inner Radius Rod Rear: ---Trailing Arm Bushings (both ends) ---Toe Rod Bushings (both ends) ---Lower Control Arm Bushings (Inner) ---Upper Control Arm Bushings (Rearward) ---Lower Strut Bushings Step 3. Grab the subframes or sway bars, and jounce the car up and down a few times. Step 4. Tighten all of the nuts/bolts to spec. Step 5. Align the car at the new ride height. If you have any problems and can't get in touch with the manufacture or reseller you can feel free to call me i'll offer my help either way,