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Hoosier1LE · 05-20-2024, 06:34 PM

Finally decided to change my front struts because of the loud bang over certain bumps. Unfortunately, GM has discontinued them. Any recommendations on an after market replacement that is as good or better? Thanks in advance

CamaroDreams76 · 05-20-2024, 07:30 PM

I hear Bilstein B6s are amazing but I have no experience in this field as I'm still running OEM struts.

RKeeton · 05-20-2024, 10:01 PM

Koni sport is another great choice for Camaro. I installed them on my 2015 1LE when I got the banging on certain bumps with the stock front shocks.

Pops · 05-21-2024, 08:00 AM

My car had brm lowering springs on it when I bought it. I replaced the stuts with Koni ,s about 2 years ago. Very pleased with their performance.

RupertPupkin · 05-22-2024, 09:21 PM

I have pedders sport ryders in 4 corners with BMR lowering springs. Great combo. I got them for $450.

Maxum21 · 11-25-2024, 12:13 PM

I am looking to sell a Complete set of Bilstein B6 Performance Struts and shocks with BMR 1" lowering springs - NEW still in boxes - never had time to install them on my 2013 LE1 and now I've sold it. Paid $1,100+shipping - will sell for $750 +shipping if needed. I'm in the Houston TX area

Ktucky1LE · 04-28-2026, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by CamaroDreams76

I hear Bilstein B6s are amazing but I have no experience in this field as I'm still running OEM struts.

Hey CD. I know you are looking at coil overs (maybe you already got them in... need to browse your thread again

). I was wondering, do you know if the B6's will change our stock ride height for the 1LE? I recall reading somewhere that they may actually increase the wheel gap? REALLY don't want that. If they preserve our stock 1LE ride height, then I will be going with these sometime in future. Just curious what you know about them.

CamaroDreams76 · 04-28-2026, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Ktucky1LE

Hey CD. I know you are looking at coil overs (maybe you already got them in... need to browse your thread again

). I was wondering, do you know if the B6's will change our stock ride height for the 1LE? I recall reading somewhere that they may actually increase the wheel gap? REALLY don't want that. If they preserve our stock 1LE ride height, then I will be going with these sometime in future. Just curious what you know about them.

Most people that ran them always used Pfadt (AFE Power) or BMR lowering springs. DSE (Detroit Speed Engineering) is another good option. The B6s were heavily praised at a point in time.

I did find this thread from Katech. Looks like it may raise with stock springs. Probably the same one you read already.
https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=557236

Im going to be upgrading to Pedders Extreme XA coilovers with the fancy remote canister. But thats later down the road. Motor install is first on the modification list.

Ktucky1LE · 04-28-2026, 10:15 PM

Gotcha. Thanks so much sir! I did find that thread after posting to you. But still glad I asked... seemed a bit uncertain in the thread how the 1LE may be affected. I will look into those springs, had not considered that option (was originally thinking would just keep the stock springs). Appreciate the feedback!

Looking forward to your thread updates!

Pearlj10 · 04-28-2026, 11:27 PM

I like the Bilstein B6s a lot. I prefer them with factory springs but also ran them with Hotchkis springs. That combo was a bit too much for me a couple of times so I reverted to stock springs. B6s and stock springs seems like what GM should’ve put in these cars. The stock shocks sure ride nice but leave a bit to be desired.

Ktucky1LE · 04-29-2026, 07:40 AM

Thanks for that feedback Pearlj. I sure have consistently read/heard good things about the B6 setup. Would really like to end up there, just go with the B6s and call it "done" (having trouble justifying coilovers ONLY for sake of duplicating my current ride height). Sounds like the Hotchkis springs were a bit harsh for street/DD use?

CamaroDreams76 · 04-29-2026, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Ktucky1LE

Thanks for that feedback Pearlj. I sure have consistently read/heard good things about the B6 setup. Would really like to end up there, just go with the B6s and call it "done" (having trouble justifying coilovers ONLY for sake of duplicating my current ride height). Sounds like the Hotchkis springs were a bit harsh for street/DD use?

Harshness is completely subjective. People DD ZL1 1LEs and Z/28s which are all solid bushings and DSSV dampers. But id say BMR is always a good option same with AFE.

1JEWLDSSRS · 04-29-2026, 01:11 PM

On my Camaro I'm still running the stock shocks and struts, replaced about 5-6 years ago, but also am running the Pfadt (AFE) 1.25 lowering springs and solid rear subframe bushings. I like the ride. Was going to do coilovers, but didn't want to spend that much money. A couple of my Camaro friends are also running the Pfadt springs after they rode in, and drove my Camaro.. They're happy..

Joe.G · 04-29-2026, 08:23 PM

Pearlj10. What didn't you like about the B6/ Hotckis combo? I am running these springs and was thinking of adding the B6.

05-20-2024, 06:34 PM	#1
Hoosier1LE Drives: 2013 2SS/RS/1LE Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Portage,In Posts: 103 View My Garage	Need new front struts Finally decided to change my front struts because of the loud bang over certain bumps. Unfortunately, GM has discontinued them. Any recommendations on an after market replacement that is as good or better? Thanks in advance

05-20-2024, 07:30 PM	#2
CamaroDreams76 Tri-County Camaro SWFL Drives: 2013 IOM 2SS/RS/1LE Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: South West FL Posts: 3,581 View My Garage	I hear Bilstein B6s are amazing but I have no experience in this field as I'm still running OEM struts. __________________ Just bolt ons........ https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=343023

05-22-2024, 09:21 PM	#5
RupertPupkin Drives: 2014 Camaro SS 1Le Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: IL Posts: 1,706	I have pedders sport ryders in 4 corners with BMR lowering springs. Great combo. I got them for $450. __________________ 2014 SS 1LE Money Pit/ Forged 402 CAM 22X/24X, .619/.617, 113 LSA/ LS9 Heads FIC 1200cc/DSX Aux Pump//McLeod RXT Clutch 730whp: 630Trq

04-28-2026, 10:15 PM	#9
Ktucky1LE Good Times Rollin' Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/1LE Join Date: Aug 2025 Location: "Luhvuhl KY" ...LOL! Posts: 241 View My Garage	Gotcha. Thanks so much sir! I did find that thread after posting to you. But still glad I asked... seemed a bit uncertain in the thread how the 1LE may be affected. I will look into those springs, had not considered that option (was originally thinking would just keep the stock springs). Appreciate the feedback! Looking forward to your thread updates! __________________ Just gettin' started... Monster S Twin clutch, CAI intake + Phastek scoop, Elite Engineering catch can, BMR toe rods/trailing arms, Katech TB

04-29-2026, 07:40 AM	#11
Ktucky1LE Good Times Rollin' Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/1LE Join Date: Aug 2025 Location: "Luhvuhl KY" ...LOL! Posts: 241 View My Garage	Thanks for that feedback Pearlj. I sure have consistently read/heard good things about the B6 setup. Would really like to end up there, just go with the B6s and call it "done" (having trouble justifying coilovers ONLY for sake of duplicating my current ride height). Sounds like the Hotchkis springs were a bit harsh for street/DD use? __________________ Just gettin' started... Monster S Twin clutch, CAI intake + Phastek scoop, Elite Engineering catch can, BMR toe rods/trailing arms, Katech TB

05-20-2024, 10:01 PM	#3
RKeeton Drives: 2013 BMW M3 Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Tulsa,OK Posts: 121	Koni sport is another great choice for Camaro. I installed them on my 2015 1LE when I got the banging on certain bumps with the stock front shocks.

05-21-2024, 08:00 AM	#4
Pops Drives: 2010 Camaro SS2 2012 C6 vette M6 Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Atlanta Ga Posts: 85	My car had brm lowering springs on it when I bought it. I replaced the stuts with Koni ,s about 2 years ago. Very pleased with their performance.

11-25-2024, 12:13 PM	#6
Maxum21 Drives: 2013 Camaro RS/SS2 1LE Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Houston Posts: 6	I am looking to sell a Complete set of Bilstein B6 Performance Struts and shocks with BMR 1" lowering springs - NEW still in boxes - never had time to install them on my 2013 LE1 and now I've sold it. Paid $1,100+shipping - will sell for $750 +shipping if needed. I'm in the Houston TX area

04-28-2026, 11:27 PM	#10
Pearlj10 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Az Posts: 370	I like the Bilstein B6s a lot. I prefer them with factory springs but also ran them with Hotchkis springs. That combo was a bit too much for me a couple of times so I reverted to stock springs. B6s and stock springs seems like what GM should’ve put in these cars. The stock shocks sure ride nice but leave a bit to be desired.

04-29-2026, 01:11 PM	#13
1JEWLDSSRS Drives: 2011 SS-RS Join Date: May 2011 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 14,555	On my Camaro I'm still running the stock shocks and struts, replaced about 5-6 years ago, but also am running the Pfadt (AFE) 1.25 lowering springs and solid rear subframe bushings. I like the ride. Was going to do coilovers, but didn't want to spend that much money. A couple of my Camaro friends are also running the Pfadt springs after they rode in, and drove my Camaro.. They're happy.. __________________ TSP STAGE 3 CAM,231/246 @112 LSA 614/641 LIFT, CIRCLE D 5C-4200-4500 CONVERTER,LOD INTAKE.CORSA EXHAUST. DSS 1 PC DS. PEGASUS SOLID CRADLE MOUNTS. 486RWHP/475RWTQ.LOTS MORE.

04-29-2026, 08:23 PM	#14
Joe.G Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 6SP Ashen Grey Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: NY Posts: 1,856	Pearlj10. What didn't you like about the B6/ Hotckis combo? I am running these springs and was thinking of adding the B6. __________________ GM 3.91/TrueTrac OEM ZL1 Rims, 6 Piston Brakes & Side Skirts.ACST4 Splitter/Deflectors NPP M2W,GM Short Throw,GPI Ported Rod Mod,BO White PTB,CAI/JRE Scoop, GC Aluminum DS,Stainless Works Ceramic LTH/HiFlo Cats, Hotckis 1" Springs & Chassis Max Brace BMR Adjustable Swaybars,Trailing Arms, Adjustable Toe Rod, LCA & Z28 UCA Bushings Hendrix Solid Cradle Bushings Pedders Radius Rod Inserts Strut tower brace, Moroso Catch Can,SCT X4 Dynosteve,Remote Clutch reservoir,Hero Smoked Tail and 3rd Brake Light, Diode Dynamic SL1 Fog Lights AeroForce Dual gauge/Autometer pillar mount.