Z28 springs sturt/shocks question?

[Apharaoh06]

What struts and shocks are people using for stock Z28 replacements, if the Multimatics are not being rebuilt anymore?

Since the Z28 springs are so stiff.

[aris]

I hunted down an OEM shock on ebay when I needed one

[Apharaoh06]

I see some every once in a while. Just not trying to keep trying used struts. I guess the only real option maybe a good coiler kit. don't think the Bilsteins are set for that heavy of a spring.

[aris]

Vorshlag has developed a really nice MCS setup that I would run if I wanted to retire the factory shocks

[Apharaoh06]

Been considering going to the Ohlins coilovers with the Bilstein coilover another option, but not much info out there on the forums.

[NoDakZ/28]

Originally Posted by Apharaoh06

Been considering going to the Ohlins coilovers with the Bilstein coilover another option, but not much info out there on the forums.

I would agree on going to a good coilover if the shock/struts are impossible to find which they kind of already are. Coilovers would give you the adjustment to dial in the damping to mimic the stock suspension that you wouldn't get with say an after market shock.

[highrevving]

What about GM Mag-Ride setup? Would this work on our cars?

Thanks.

[NoDakZ/28]

Originally Posted by highrevving

What about GM Mag-Ride setup? Would this work on our cars?

Thanks.

If you could incorporate the computer & wiring for mag ride then maybe, seems like a pain lol.

[70T/A400]

Magnetic ride shocks are also dis-continued to 5th Generation ZL1's. They are also out for C6 Z06's and ZR1's.

There are many parts that make these cars unique that General Motors and their suppliers no longer support. Do not be quick to change them out. Also, increasing horsepower and torque levels then doing launches are detrimental to magnetic shocks. They cannot handle t
the huge weight transfer.

Drive your cars. They are unique.

[NoDakZ/28]

Originally Posted by 70T/A400

Magnetic ride shocks are also dis-continued to 5th Generation ZL1's. They are also out for C6 Z06's and ZR1's.

There are many parts that make these cars unique that General Motors and their suppliers no longer support. Do not be quick to change them out. Also, increasing horsepower and torque levels then doing launches are detrimental to magnetic shocks. They cannot handle t
the huge weight transfer.

Drive your cars. They are unique.

I don't think the point was to switch them out willingly. Once they come to the end their service life what do we replace them with is the question.

[GeneRoss]

So basically..... start hoarding up unique parts to the Z/28 and LS7.

Z/28 rims and DSSVs seem to be the highest on the list.

[highrevving]

I'm just nervous regarding parts availability. Love all the racing hardware, especially DSSVs, on this car.

[ariZona28]

Originally Posted by highrevving

I'm just nervous regarding parts availability. Love all the racing hardware, especially DSSVs, on this car.

That's part of the challenge for those that DD or track the Z. You may wear out parts that are or may soon be unobtainable. Hopefully the aftermarket comes through with suitable replacements.

[Apharaoh06]

I was talking about the service life. Chevy is discontinued many of the parts, the few that's left could take a year or more to get back into the system, due to the UAW strike. Not to mention, just not many options specifically targeted to the Camaro. I came from a Mustang and its so easy to find great aftermarket parts, such as Kenny Brown, Steeda, Griggs, Cortex Racing. I could easily get suspension parts, and coilers such as Penske, MSC, Cortex, JRZ, JRI, Bilstein. Yes even the cheaper brands, like BC, Pedders, KW, etc. Just a point of concern now. I drive my car regularly, and would like not to have to always resort to E-Bay or junk yards to find certain parts.