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- pauldubExplorerHalf and half for me. I have billies on the front and Koni on the rear. Didn't seem like there would be anything to be gained by putting the expensive Koni shocks on the front.
- SidecarFlipExplorer IIINeither for me. I run cheap Monroe's. When they leak, I replace them.
- ksg5000ExplorerI went with Bilsteins - read that the fronts were difficult to install so I waited for special at CW which came with free install. After watching them installing the front shocks I was glad I didn't try it myself. Major PIA.
- borpa11ExplorerI run adjustable Blisteins on my 4x4 class C E450 and really like them on the front. However even maxed out they are fairly soft but that is what I prefer. My rear was dramatically improved by the addition of air bags.
Tremendous value and longevity from Blisteins. - IAMICHABODExplorer II
DrewE wrote:
..... I would certainly recommend them without reservations. Bilstein shocks do also have a good reputation as well.
(There are at least one or two people with rather strongly held differing opinions about the Koni FSDs here.)
I have been extremely happy with my Bilsteins and would not consider anything else.
As Drew has said there are a few that have a Strong feelings about Konis:B - DrewEExplorer III have been entirely satisfied with the Koni FSD's I put on. They seem to work exactly as advertised, and when I was shopping generally seemed to be the most widely recommended for these sorts of motorhomes. I would certainly recommend them without reservations. Bilstein shocks do also have a good reputation as well.
(There are at least one or two people with rather strongly held differing opinions about the Koni FSDs here.) - Desert_CaptainExplorer III
ernie1 wrote:
Installing shocks on the rear of Ford E350 are a snap but the front ones are a pita.
X2 The fronts are the problem when it comes to installation.
:C - rockhillmanorExplorer II
okiejoe wrote:
I have a 2015 class C 32ft give me your opinions, Koni shocks or Bilstein shocks
Monroe :B
And, add one leaf to leave springs and you are good to go!
It's what I did and she rides like a limo now! - okiejoeExplorerThanks as I can see it’s probably personal preference but bilsteins seemed to be well liked.
- ernie1Explorer IIInstalling shocks on the rear of Ford E350 are a snap but the front ones are a pita.
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