Which shocks for the rear?

[silvachris1]

Ok, so the decision for new shocks seems to be a hot topic lately. I did a search, but geeeex, there's just so many different threads and they go on forever, it's hard to find what I'm looking for.

My situation: I've got a set of Eibach springs on the way. I believe it's a 1.5 inch drop. So anyways, I need a good set of shocks to go with em. I'm pretty set on the Bilstein HDs for the front. Not to bad at $83.21 (shipped) each when the stockers cost $74.28 at Advance. My concern is the rear shocks. I don't know if I want the Bilstein HDs or not. 70.31 (shipped) each isn't bad, but what other options do I have for the rear shocks. I've heard a little about the Edelbrock IAS or something like that. What should I do for the rear, or does anybody have a better sugguestion.

[ March 30, 2004, 11:14 PM: Message edited by: silvachris1 ]

[silvachris1]

Come on, somebody has to have a good opinion on the rear shocks. Is there a cheaper alternative to the Bilstein HDs for the back? Any ideas at all would be appreciated. I just don't like the thought of paying 70 bucks each for them if there is a better alternative for a lowered vehicle.

[AllTheGoodNamesAreGone]

mis matching shocks = bad idea..

go with hd's in the back also.. that or if you are fealing saucy another good option is he 3rd gen bilstines.. they have similar valving but are a little softer..

spring and shock combos are a VERRRRRRRRRRRY hard thing to really understand.. heck I will even admit that i dont know enough to give more then basic advice.. however.. if you have any more REALLLLY technical questions call sam strano..

www.stranoparts.com

most awsome dude ever! he spent like 3 hours on the phone with me helping me plan out my suspension.. and explaing alot of concepts and ideas..

his prices are pretty good too.. but.. you go to him for the reputation and service!

[silvachris1]

Wellp, I ordered the Bilstein HDs from Bimmerparts.com at 1:30 pm yesterday. They were on my doorstep today at 4:00 pm. I guess there's my solution. My only problem now, one of the nuts that go on the end of the strut is missing. I don't know if I lost it, or if it didn't make it all the way here. Either way, any ideas on a replacement?