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Review on KYB 553239 Gas-a-Just Shock Absorber by Steve Snyder

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Rides a little firmer, handles a little better

They strike a good balance of performance and comfort. Even if it is significantly stronger than a stick, you can easily get through the day with it. I noticed a stiffer ride the first day after changing some Bilstein B4s, but I hardly thought about it after that. Someone who likes a smooth ride in a big luxury car won't like them, but a driving enthusiast might. I tried them out to see if they could help the E46 behave like an E36. While they gave the car a little less bounce and a little more control, they couldn't erase the extra mass of the new car. Ground clearance was the same as factory dampers and Bilstein.

Pros
  • Quality construction
Cons
  • Requires an outlet