1965 Best performing shocks Bilstein or Koni?

[Steve65]

Has anyone tried hi end shocks on a 1965 (convertible actually)? I'm thinking (if available) about Bilstein, or Koni... Any experiences with good handling shocks would be greatly appreciated.

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[Lionel]

I have fitted KYB gas adjust to our 57 which have proved to be excellent.

 

[Steve65]

I have KYB on my Grand Cherokee and have to say they made quite an improvement. I was hoping to find something more traditional for the Bird but who knows, I just may do that.

 

[Lionel]

The KYB improved the 57 by helping prevent roll and all round handling. I also had a 7/8” front roll bar made, the original was so ridiculously small. We now have a really nice riding car. The KYB need to be the gas adjust model.

 

[Steve65]

Thanks for your comments. I bet that anti sway bar helped a lot. Did it roughen the ride up much?

 

[Lionel]

A wee bit firmer but that was one of the improvements. We travel away to rallies and have the boot full or part full.