Shocks-how long do they last?

jbm37379 · Post by **jbm37379** » Mon Jan 04, 2016 5:41 pm

My 2002 TH car is now over 14 years old and has 45K miles on it. I have noticed that the ride is more harsh than ever. Since the car doesn't get driven very much (about 3500 miles a year), do shocks over time just wear out? The car doesn't have a lot of bounce but I have noticed the car over bumps seems to be "porpoising" a little. Best place to get OEM shocks without going to dealer??

jbm37379 · Post by **jbm37379** » Wed Jan 13, 2016 5:34 am

Actually-I was hoping to get part numbers for original replacement shocks. I have been told by Brandon Brown(who decoded my VIN #) that my car has two special RPO codes for the front suspension. Spring Comptr Select Frt LH (6BS) and Spring Comptr Select Frt RH (7BS). I Have no idea what that means, but I want to make sure that it is not some kind of special shock. According to Brandon, only 19 Camaro convertibles in 2002 had these RPO codes.

jbm37379 · Post by **jbm37379** » Thu Jan 21, 2016 12:00 am

They look orange-I think if they were yellow they would be more visible from looking at car without being on rack. I'm assuming that being orange means they are stock GM and not Bilsteins.

Damien Scott · Post by **Damien Scott** » Thu Jan 21, 2016 4:19 am

I second the Bilteins, I had that package on my Firehawk and they are a great bang for the buck.

jbm37379 · Post by **jbm37379** » Wed Mar 16, 2016 12:37 am

Drove my car today for the first time in a couple of months(it was over 80 here today-perfect convertible weather). I really now notice that the rear shocks are worn-the car is wandering and bouncing all over. Can anyone out there give me the correct part numbers for the original shocks for the 2002 ss convertible? The front code are something different but I'm pretty sure the rears are not something "special". Thanks to all who reply.

jbm37379 · Post by **jbm37379** » Mon Mar 21, 2016 5:03 pm

Ok-thanks. I'm guessing eibach for the springs?

Post by **daytonajim** » Wed Mar 23, 2016 9:09 pm

http://forums.gmmgregistry.com/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=1418

See link above. I'm keeping one set for myself & could sell other set.

Jim Smith

info@gmmgregistry.com

jbm37379 · Post by **jbm37379** » Wed Apr 27, 2016 3:41 pm

Tried replacing the rear shocks-didn't help the situation. So I guess the springs are worn out. I have never owned a car this long as to have the springs just wear out. Anyone have any idea where I can get a set of rears? Thanks for everyone's assistance.

jbm37379 · Post by **jbm37379** » Wed Apr 27, 2016 3:44 pm

I forgot to mention that my car is a convertible. I guess the rate is a little higher due to the additional weight in rear over coupe's.

Post by **daytonajim** » Wed Apr 27, 2016 5:17 pm

I have a new set of Eibach's (correct GMMG springs) - new in the box - sealed

See link.....................

http://forums.gmmgregistry.com/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=1418

$295 plus shipping (guess around $40??)

Jim Smith

info@gmmgregistry.com