So the time has come to replace the rear springs and shocks. The car has 1/2 a tank and about 150lbs of tool boxes and such in it currently.( I'll take the tools out of the trunk and retake the picture if need be). I just got the car back on the road 3 months ago and this *** in the ground look isn't for me. Is it worth it to look into aftermarket springs or is the factory stuff best? Any links or advice on a place to find OEM pieces at a reasonable price point would be great. As far as the shocks I'm thinking of switching back to monroe air shocks. Any other advice, tips or two cents are welcome as well.

Thanks

 

These are the items I'm considering

 

Prices look reasonable if they are the correct parts for your car.

Did it come stock w air shocks? If no why air shocks, they can help compensate for load but can be stiffer/harsher than a good gas shock.

I have some edlebrock shocks on my car there pretty firm but compliant, I am happy w them but I think they are about $75 a piece

Rockauto has some good prices as well, I went w moog hd springs on mine and so far I like those as well

 

[QUOTE=RetroRanger;556544]Prices look reasonable if they are the correct parts for your car.

Did it come stock w air shocks? If no why air shocks, they can help compensate for load but can be stiffer/harsher than a good gas shock.

The car did come stock with air shocks. The car is my daily driver so I take a good amount of trips (grocery store, south jersey to fish, mountains upstate etc) so I like the ability to adjust for load.

 

IMHO, I would try KYB gas shocks and MOOG cargo springs.

 

Swapped out the rears with the MOOG 5379s. Fixed the stance and ride is much nicer. The springs I pulled out were 10 coils?!
here is the after.

 

I'm personally in favor of Bilstein shocks - tight, well controlled, but still smooth and comfortable.
They're not cheap, though.

- Eric

 

Nice car! I always liked those.

 

Thanks!

 

Looks great.