NorCal124

I've been looking into getting some performance shocks for my 124 along w/ some vogtland lowering springs. I also noticed that bilsteins are the shocks of choice on this forum but I have always had success w/ KYB shocks on other vehicles I own. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks again for the warm welcome. I'll have pictures up once mid term exams are over.

Chappy

Does KYB even make an application for the W124? As you may have already guessed, I have Bilstein on my 300CE.

CDP

Like what Chappy said, does KYB even make shocks for the W124?

I have Bilstein sports and I'm enjoying them.

NorCal124

They actually do. If you go to www.kyb.com they actually have a listing. They utilize their GR-2 shocks up front and the Gas-a-just shocks in the rear.

Here you go fellas:
http://www.kyb.com/catalog/index.php...=324&x=54&y=14

CDP

Hmmm...KYB or no KYB, I would still go with Bilstein since it's the best shocks for our cars or else we all wouldn't be using it.

I just finally noticed that you're getting Vogtland springs as well. What made you decide you wanted them?

I got those installed on my car more than a month ago and I love them.

NorCal124

I noticed a better stance in vogtlands than in eibachs. Plus eibachs are way more expensive than vogtlands and even harder to get. Anyone else w/ info on KYBs?

CDP

then again...you also have H&R's to compare with Vogtlands & Eibach. Don't worry, you made a excellent decision.

GORBETTTEAM

I just got front(adjustable) and rear KONI SHOCKS w/ H&R SPRINGS 1.3" all around from tirerack.com

Diesel

I went with Koni adjustables all around as well. I am very happy with them.

GORBETTTEAM

did you get adjustable in the back as well? if yes... where? ...but I guess it's too late anyways

NorCal124

I thought about H&Rs but they are rare and like eibach, expensive. So no one has anything good or bad to say about KYBs???

CaliE320

I remember awhile back somebody had KYB's & they ended up switching to Bilsteins. I'd rather go the safe route and go with something tried and proven. Bilstein sports or Koni's . Koni's are a bit pricier.

~Cali

NorCal124

Thanks for the input CaliE320. I'm beginning to lean towards Bilsteins now because although KYB produces a very good quality shock, it is more built for racing and rigid handling. Our 124s aren't meant to compete in autocrosses or things of that nature and since so many people seem to be satisfied with bilsteins I think I'll go with them.