Bilstein shocks opinion sought

Pretty much a "get what you pay for" issue.

I hope they are cheaper than our sons though. He paid K$ for each corner! Nice to have money hey!!!

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Expensive only if they don't do what you bought them for or they fail in 4-5 years. Thats a relative term IMO , you get what you pay for.

Whether it's a relative term or not, I said they were expensive compared with alternatives; and they were.

OK they were expensive cocko..

I think Bilstein are dearer than their competitors rather than expensive as expensive tends to insinuate a lack of value or priced too high yet Abraxxas still bought them so he obviously believed them to be worthwhile. I have Bilstein shocks fitted to 2 vehicles I drive and I think they have been some of the best investments I have ever made so I believe they are cheap for what they achieve. IMO.

Did someone say Bilstein was expensive? You gotta be kidding, please try and understand Bilstein's market and their manaufacturing process and you'll soon realise they are actually cheap.

Most conventional shocks are made with shock bodies cut from a piece of steel tubing, stamped internal parts and compromised tolerances.

In contrast, Bilstein's shock bodies are precision formed through a unique seamless extrusion process. This provides superior strength along with high finish tolerances that are usually associated with surgical instruments. The finished body is then mated with a solid, induction hardened steel chrome plated and polished shaft, machined valving components and highest quality seals. Combined with extreme attention to detail, Bilstein provides you with the closest thing to a hand built shock available today.

Conventional shocks slowly lose efficiency and eventually fail over a period of time causing excessive tire and suspension wear. Bilstein Shocks continue to deliver optimum performance for life.

Of all your suspension components, nothing works harder than your shock absorbers, making it critical you pick the right ones for your vehicle. Bilstein Gas Pressure Shock Absorbers are the least expensive, fastest way to dramatically improve the ride, handling and control of your vehicle. Plus, with Bilstein's lifetime warranty, you may never have to purchase shock absorbers again.

Hi Abraxxas.I have an 05 Prado and find the ride with the standard shocks very firm, especially at lower speeds (up to 60kmh) Do the Bilstiens soften it at all. Thanks,Bob.

Excellent. Thanks Colin.

We are in the ACT. There are excellent connections here as well. I may give Richie at Hume Off Road a call also.

Phil

Sounds good David

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