Bilstein B6 part 24-247245 vs 24-218641

[chrismsnt]

Is anyone familiar with Bilstein products and knows the difference of these part numbers (24-247245 vs 24-218641). The specs look identical on their site which leaves me scratching my head! Thanks!

https://cart.bilsteinus.com/details?id=4977842828641208186

https://cart.bilsteinus.com/details?id=1770700535721923383
_________________
Chris
1989 T3 Vanagon 16" Syncro
1967 Squareback
https://vwvandiesel.com
Instagram @VW_VanDiesel

[Jake de Villiers]

The 218641 is for a 16" Syncro, the other shock is for a regular 14" Syncro.
_________________
'84 Vanagon GL 1.9 WBX
'86 Westy Weekender Poptop/2.5 Subaru/5 Speed Posi/Audi Front Brakes/16 x 7 Mercedes Wheels - answers to 'Dixie'
@jakedevilliersmusic1
http://sites.google.com/site/subyjake/mydixiedarlin%27
www.crescentbeachguitar.com
www.thebassspa.com

[chrismsnt]

Thanks for the reply. I actually got an email back from Bilstein USA and you info is the opposite. Thanks!

_________________
Chris
1989 T3 Vanagon 16" Syncro
1967 Squareback
https://vwvandiesel.com
Instagram @VW_VanDiesel

[Jake de Villiers]

I apologise - I suck at typing...
_________________
'84 Vanagon GL 1.9 WBX
'86 Westy Weekender Poptop/2.5 Subaru/5 Speed Posi/Audi Front Brakes/16 x 7 Mercedes Wheels - answers to 'Dixie'
@jakedevilliersmusic1
http://sites.google.com/site/subyjake/mydixiedarlin%27
www.crescentbeachguitar.com
www.thebassspa.com

[flomulgator]

Has anyone acquired a full set of these for a syncro and have any feedback on them? How do they compare to stock or OME? Paired with what springs?
_________________
She's built like a steakhouse, but she handles like a bistro!

[SoloTheSyncro]

After a few talks with Steven Schwenk (The Spring Master) I decided on his "lift" springs and 16" Bilstein B6. The only difference between the 14" and 16" is that the 16" is valved a little stiffer. This works well for our Westy Syncro with a ton of added weight but if you have a tin top, may want to go with the 14". With that said, I haven't installed them yet so I really don't know anything. But, I will take Steve's advice over just about anyones. And, his preference for our setup was to go with the B6 over OME. Prior to talking with Steve, I was pretty set on OME but he convinced me that the Bilstein B6's matched with his Springs will be the better setup. Albeit, slightly more expensive.

[flomulgator]

Did Steve comment at all on the difference between 16" B6 shocks and OMEs?
I have Schwenk springs and OMEs on a Westy Syncro H6 @5100 lbs and unless I add 900 more lbs of stuff the setup is still much too stiff. I want something a lot less harsh than that, not just a little.

Also, where are people actually buying these?
_________________
She's built like a steakhouse, but she handles like a bistro!

[SoloTheSyncro]

[Microbusdeluxe]

I have the Bilsteins 16" version. But then I have a 16" hightop. They seem pretty good. Washboard roads are a bit harsh, but I think that's mainly because of the road surface! I just air down and take it easy.
_________________
'69 Squareback RIP
'65 21 window deluxe sold before the price spike, damn it.
'70 rhd bay now a taxi in South Sudan
'81 Westy sold
'89 hightop Westy Joker syncro 16" now with Bostig!

[flomulgator]

Sounds like I want the 14" then, I and my cabinetry are done with the harsh ride.
Looks like Steve is sold out of all Bilsteins, any other retailers out there?
_________________
She's built like a steakhouse, but she handles like a bistro!

[chrismsnt]

I just picked up a pair of 16"s... should be here Tuesday next week along with Steve's D/P springs. We'll see how this all goes soon enough! Thanks all!

_________________
Chris
1989 T3 Vanagon 16" Syncro
1967 Squareback
https://vwvandiesel.com
Instagram @VW_VanDiesel

[ragnarhairybreeks]