Bilstein shock valving choice...

[woody]

have been running 14" stroke Bilsteins on all 4 corners with 255/70 valving

They now offer multiple options for valving....trying to decide to run the same valving on the new set or work with something different...either all 4 the same or different valving front and rear....

options:

255/70
298/36
270/50

from one Vendor site:

Rebound force is the first number, followed by compression force (rebound / compression)
Conventionally, the ratings are written as one tenth the damping force in Newtons.

EXAMPLE: Valve rating 275 / 78
-Rebound force is 2750 Newtons at 0.52
-Compression force is 780 Newtons at 0.52

255/70: This valving is designed for single shock application with a medium ride quality, ideal for replacement shocks. This shock is a great match for aftermarket lift kits. The monotube nitrogen shock offers significantly better ride characteristics than the typical hydraulic oil filled shock.

170/60: This valving is great for use in pairs for a double shock combination. This valving has a softer ride characteristic but when paired they offer substantial ride control.

anyone know of recommendations for the 3 valving options? Opinions?

Tkx!

 

[Wile E Coyote]

My first question would be how does it ride for you right now and what would you like to change?

 

[woody]

no complaints now...but that doesn't mean it can't be better....

 

[Mace]

Does the rear end pogo on you at speed across bumps? Is it jarring?

Basically, how does the suspension do when you hit a big bump. How did the landings feel in the back end at Pismo??

 

[woody]

yes, the ride is jarring at speed...it isn't 'bad', but could be smoother....

I'm almost leaning 255/70 front and 270/50 rear....decisions decisions...

Pismo doesn't count, since the shocks were junk there

 

[Mace]

Pismo last year cowboy

how much do you use your front bumpstops?

270 50 rear sounds about right to me. Slow stuff you'll never notice the difference anyway..

 

[Tapage]

those numbers are just for light cruisers .. coz I was thinking in something close to 400/80 .. ?

there is a formula based in your Cruiser weight ..?

 

[Mace]

BTW, Brian, also, remember that some of your Jarring at speed may be your limit straps (one front, one rear).

My 40's suspension is horrid with the winches loaded down..