Replacement part "quality"
#1
Replacement part "quality"
Got KYB shocks for the 67 Delta. Note how well they fit the holes in the lower control arms. The upper hole in the photo is aligned with the control arm hole.
I'm guessing KYB has consolidated part numbers, as these are the same front shocks that are also listed for the 64-67 A-body cars. I ended up slotting the holes in the cross bars all the way to the end to get the bolts in. The Monroes that came out were similarly slotted from the factory. Unfortunately, this doesn't leave a lot of meat for the bolt to capture. I'm using large, thick washers, but I'm still not thrilled.
I'm guessing KYB has consolidated part numbers, as these are the same front shocks that are also listed for the 64-67 A-body cars. I ended up slotting the holes in the cross bars all the way to the end to get the bolts in. The Monroes that came out were similarly slotted from the factory. Unfortunately, this doesn't leave a lot of meat for the bolt to capture. I'm using large, thick washers, but I'm still not thrilled.
#2
It's tough building classic cars now days. The quality of parts is just so darn **** poor.
I am replacing wheel bearings again in one of my cars. This is the second set in two months.
I am replacing wheel bearings again in one of my cars. This is the second set in two months.
#4
For the money you pay for those gasajust one would expect them to fit with no mods.
For that matter, one should expect any correct part to bolt up.
You gonna try and vent to KYB?
That BS burns me up.
For that matter, one should expect any correct part to bolt up.
You gonna try and vent to KYB?
That BS burns me up.
#6
I would agree... Maybe they were boxed and/or numbered wrong from the factory...
It would seem that the gap is just too large for an oversize washer to retain the correct position of the shock and subsequent failure could possibly occur...
I'm sure Joe knows what his options are, and simply may have no easier options at this point to get the vehicle back up mobile... Good luck Joe, like you said, the current vendor sources just aren't what they use to be...
It would seem that the gap is just too large for an oversize washer to retain the correct position of the shock and subsequent failure could possibly occur...
I'm sure Joe knows what his options are, and simply may have no easier options at this point to get the vehicle back up mobile... Good luck Joe, like you said, the current vendor sources just aren't what they use to be...
#7
It would seem that the gap is just too large for an oversize washer to retain the correct position of the shock and subsequent failure could possibly occur...
#9
Not sure what your question is, exactly. I got these from RockAuto, and this is the P/N listed for a 1967 Delta 88. It's also the same P/N listed for a Cutlass. Same info on the KYB website. Every other shock manufacturer I checked also lists the same front shock P/N for D88 and Cutlass. This is obviously wrong, since I just measured the bolt spacing on the lower control arms. On the 67 D88 the bolts are 3" center-to-center. On the A-body cars (and on the later full size like my 1980s D88s) the spacing is 2.5". Again, someone incorrectly tried to consolidate part numbers. I suspect the answer is that no one makes a correct front shock for the 65-70 full size cars anymore, just as no one makes correct brake rotors, drums, center links, or upper ball joints for them.
#12
#13
Interesting. Of course, I don't want OEM, I wanted gas-charged. Their gas shock is RR94002, which is apparently a repackaged Monroe. Guess what their P/N is for a gas charged shock for a 67 Cutlass? Bingo, RR94002.
#14
Joe is right. Yes he is making it work. He shouldn't have to do anything but install them. This is my point with my power window problem as well. Bought new top of the line replacement power window motors and they don't work very well. Same thing we see with starters and alternators and so much other stuff these days. I just replaced the heater control valve on my Suburban for the 3rd time. All due to the part failing. We should be getting quality for our dollars spent and the part should fit. We should never have to compromise at all.
Larry
Larry
#16
That is not true at all. Even OPGI, Fusick, and others are subject to the suppliers they get their stuff from. Rockauto has many name brand parts at a wholesale price. you can pick the brand with Rockauto. not always true with others. Just how the industry is now. So much is "off shore" manufactured. Quality is no longer a concern only quantity. It is sad.
#17
So a KYB shock bought elsewhere for more money is "better" than one from RockAuto? Think about how ridiculous that sounds. Now show me where OPGI sells ANYTHING for a 1967 Delta 88. Sorry, but you might want to read the WHOLE thread.
#18
Joe is right. Yes he is making it work. He shouldn't have to do anything but install them. This is my point with my power window problem as well. Bought new top of the line replacement power window motors and they don't work very well. Same thing we see with starters and alternators and so much other stuff these days. I just replaced the heater control valve on my Suburban for the 3rd time. All due to the part failing. We should be getting quality for our dollars spent and the part should fit. We should never have to compromise at all.
Larry
Larry
Last edited by gear head; November 13th, 2016 at 08:12 PM.
#19
By the way the parts you sent arrived and are as you described. The roof rail is nice. Thanks! keep me in mind when you part 66-67-68-69s, always looking for nice or NOS parts.
Steve
#21
Probably both. Its best to call and ask. Have them look at the part not the box. The BDI people know the difference as bearings and seals is a large portion of their retail sales.
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