Who is a good dealer for Penske shocks?

[Proforged]

FYI, thought I would post this quote from forum member James, who ran his Camaro in One Lap of America and has used both Penske 8200 and RideTech triple adjustable units:

Originally Posted by James OLC

Here is what I found with shocks - and it will be as unbiased as I can be... When I first built the car I had Penske 8200 triple adjustables. I bought them based on advice and name and the perception that they were "the best" you could get (at the time). I had them on the car for almost two years and IIRC they went back to Penske 3 times during that period.

After much deliberation I switched to RideTech triple adjustables. They are comparitevly economic, they are built by Fox in central CA, and we are their target market. Their approach is to use softer shocks and slightly firmer springs for a softer ride. We've had them on the car for two years and almost 9k miles now without adjustment. They work very well... In this years One Lap we ran 5 events that we ran the first year (with the Penskes) - Dave drove them the first year and I drove them this year - I was faster than David in every event. The only changes were shocks and brakes and the floater.

The big thing (for me at least) is that RideTech is focused on our market and right now they are probably the most prevelant shock amongst our bunch. Plus, when you call them and explain your application, they know what you are talking about. Another big one for me (for every part I use now) is customer service which they do a very good job with.

Other guys obviously have success with the other brands you mentioned but I don't think that the RTs can be beat for the price. I've got four first gens right now - two "done" and two under construction - and all of them will be equipped with the RideTech shocks - either single or triple adjustables. I want to try their select series on my '68 because I like the idea of two predesigned valve options (but I can't speak to their performance right now).

If you want to look at other manufacturers - and I don't have personal experience with many of them - my only advice it to pick one that is sold by someone with personal experience with our style of cars and which is backed by a professional sales/tech group.

Sorry for the long winded answer...

[DOOM]

Originally Posted by Proforged

FYI, thought I would post this quote from forum member James, who ran his Camaro in One Lap of America and has used both Penske 8200 and RideTech triple adjustable units:

Well thank you Zac I will look into this!

[marolf101x]

I started writing a response to this and it's up to a page and a half in word, single spaced and I'm not half done.
So I thought I better ask a few questions about your car:
What is the intended purpose? Mostly street? Mostly track?
What suspension do you have now?
What's the goal for vehicle weight?
Many others, but this will get the conversation started.

Then ask what you are looking for:
Why did you choose Penske?
Would you like to know about shock design?
Would you like to know what I feel is the best track shock? Best street shock?

I don't pretend to know everything there is to know about shocks, but it has been my life for a number of years so maybe I can help.

Whatever you want to discuss.

[Matt@BOS]

Mario, you have DSE suspension, correct? I would use JRi if I were you. That is what all of DSE's products have shipped with for the last couple years and they work great.

I upgraded from my old Afcos and partly chose JRi to "keep things in the family" and honor DSE, but also because of the performance offered. I thought about RideTech, but I've heard you don't want to get on Stacy's bad side.

[Vegas69]

Don't put a race shock on that queen you are building.

[Matt@BOS]

Originally Posted by Vegas69

Don't put a race shock on that queen you are building.

You're right, basic double or triple adjustables aren't enough for his build. He needs something super trick, like this:

http://www.jrishocks.com/shop/street...c-ride-height/

or this:

http://www.jrishocks.com/shop/street...-shock-system/

Or maybe you can put both on one shock...

[DOOM]

Originally Posted by Vegas69

Don't put a race shock on that queen you are building.

Originally Posted by Matt.A

You're right, basic double or triple adjustables aren't enough for his build. He needs something super trick, like this:

http://www.jrishocks.com/shop/street...c-ride-height/

or this:

http://www.jrishocks.com/shop/street...-shock-system/

Or maybe you can put both on one shock...

That is cool Matt ! I'm making some phone calls today!

[funcars]

If you know what you want another option for Penske shocks is RE suspension in NC. They deal mainly with race teams but will also sell to car enthusiasts and I found their prices to be very good. If you can answer their questions they can help you with shock set up options too. They have lots of other Penske accessory parts in stock too like shock eyelet extensions, etc. depending on what you need for your set-up.

Good luck with your car

[Flash68]

Originally Posted by Matt.A

You're right, basic double or triple adjustables aren't enough for his build. He needs something super trick, like this:

http://www.jrishocks.com/shop/street...c-ride-height/

or this:

http://www.jrishocks.com/shop/street...-shock-system/

Or maybe you can put both on one shock...

Those were very cool at their SEMA booth.

[XTRMEASURES]

Originally Posted by canrc

I am getting mine from here www.shock-shop.com

I've bought Hyperco springs from them a few weeks ago so for good customer service. Would buy from them again.