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Tommy_Mathison
12-14-2006, 10:54 PM
Who dates the repo sprial shocks? I thought Camaro Central did but I'm not for sure. Thanks

Tommy Mathison

737Driver
12-16-2006, 07:23 PM
Camaro Specialties in NY. 716-652-7086

I read a thread about them selling dated repo spiral shocks on this site. It was full of weeping, wailing and gnashing of teeth mostly over whether they were being represented as original or not. It made for great reading, so, I decided to buy a complete set from them. I am pleased with the set I received.

Regards,

Mark

YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY
12-18-2006, 04:51 PM
Do you drive the car with them? I'd like to buy a set but I'm concerned about them being 'show only'. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

P.J.
12-18-2006, 08:25 PM
Marlin
I bought a set of rears and put them on the car 68 Camaro black on black 427 425 m22 488s
they ride ok so far http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif
PJ

Tommy_Mathison
12-20-2006, 03:08 AM
Mark, what did they charge you?

Tommy

737Driver
12-23-2006, 07:59 AM
Marlin,

I have not used them for any driving, so, can't comment one way or the other on durability. My opinion, although you didn't ask, is they would be a bit pricey for driving. For going down the road, I would think they would be substandard for sure.

Tommy,

I paid $609.95 which included shipping. For show purposes, I am very happy with the shocks as well as the stampings. The font seems to be very close. I would certainly defer to Brian Henderson on how well they would score in intense judging. All in all, it seems to me to be the best choice behind NOS or excellent condition originals.

Regards and Merry Christmas,

Mark

RamAirDave
12-23-2006, 09:10 AM
Not intending to hijack...

Have a set of the repo sprials, and they are a flat grey. The Details rattle can shock paint has a medium gloss.

Which is correct?

Tommy_Mathison
12-24-2006, 07:00 PM
Medium gloss is more correct than the flat from what I have seen...

Tommy Mathison