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blackglasspirate
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Didn't even know these were a thing! I have not tried these, but am also very curious for feedback. Wondering how they compare to Fox.
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Mateo83
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| Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2022 10:16 am Post subject: Re: T3 Technique lifted 2wd shocks |
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Interesting, i like the knob adjustment.
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ALIKA T3
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| Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2022 11:41 am Post subject: Re: T3 Technique lifted 2wd shocks |
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They look like based off the Spax shocks, maybe he partnered with them to make them?
I installed the yellow Spax for a customer on a Westy, I was very happy with the product, set at 16 clicks I recall with old stock springs.
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jimf909
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| Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2022 12:05 pm Post subject: Re: T3 Technique lifted 2wd shocks |
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I'm a big fan of adjustability and agree with the reasons Christopher makes on the product page. If these were available when I purchased the GW Fox shocks I probably would have gone with these. The fact that these are rebuildable is a big deal - that makes them a long-term purchase.
I'll also say that T3 is trustworthy (along with many of our other vendors).
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mtnhome
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| Posted: Wed Nov 30, 2022 12:15 pm Post subject: Re: T3 Technique lifted 2wd shocks |
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I pulled the trigger on a set of these. I'm sure they will be high quality and that Chris will stand behind them as he does on everything.
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Dailymoto
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| Posted: Fri Dec 02, 2022 11:28 pm Post subject: Re: T3 Technique lifted 2wd shocks |
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| I have these in order as well for my 84 hightop |
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montanasurfer
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| Posted: Tue Apr 04, 2023 8:37 pm Post subject: Re: T3 Technique lifted 2wd shocks |
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How do you folks like the shocks? Do they hold up well off road?
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ALIKA T3
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Christopher Schimke
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| Posted: Wed Apr 05, 2023 8:46 am Post subject: Re: T3 Technique lifted 2wd shocks |
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| ALIKA T3 wrote: |
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| How do you folks like the shocks? Do they hold up well off road? |
It's not out yet. The revised date is 04/17/23 now... |
Actually, they've been out since November of last year.
And yes, they do perform very well off-road.
I will work on putting together an explanation of different shock designs, and why I feel ours is superior. It's going to take me a bit, but I'll post it as soon as I can.
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Finagon
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| Posted: Wed Apr 05, 2023 8:57 am Post subject: Re: T3 Technique lifted 2wd shocks |
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Thanks for your responsiveness Chris.
Could you also add some detail regarding the "re-buildability" of the shocks, like how, where, etc?
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khoyer01
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| Posted: Mon Apr 10, 2023 9:07 pm Post subject: Re: T3 Technique lifted 2wd shocks |
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Will these work with a syncro tin top? or is there something inherently different with syncro shocks? These seem like a great option! nice work Chris!
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ALIKA T3
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| Posted: Mon Apr 10, 2023 10:34 pm Post subject: Re: T3 Technique lifted 2wd shocks |
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| Will these work with a syncro tin top? or is there something inherently different with syncro shocks? These seem like a great option! nice work Chris! |
Yes the front shock is totally different on a Syncro.
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Christopher Schimke
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| Posted: Tue Apr 11, 2023 6:26 am Post subject: Re: T3 Technique lifted 2wd shocks |
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| Will these work with a syncro tin top? or is there something inherently different with syncro shocks? |
Yeah, as Alika said, the Syncro front shocks are totally different. However, a Syncro version is in the works.
The existing rears work well on a Syncro though.
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montanasurfer
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| Posted: Tue May 09, 2023 9:54 pm Post subject: Re: T3 Technique lifted 2wd shocks |
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I just installed these on my van today.
My initial impression is... THAT I AM STOKED! They immediately blew me away with how much more stable they made my van. I used to be running HD Bilstiens and those things are terrible by comparison.
I took the van on a 30-mile drive and hit a small stretch of dirt road riddled with potholes. I initially left the shocks at the full soft setting. They felt great and I probably could have left them as is since they are such a vast improvement compared to the Bilstiens, but I decided to play around so I dialed them to 4. Even better!
It tackled the potholes up like they were nothing. No more bouncing on springs and feeling out of control.
On the highway, I tested hard braking and I no longer have the issue with the front end of the van slamming down.
My van is a hightop and with the Bilstiens, it felt like a boat swaying every which way. The T3 shocks have fixed this regarding fast corners and sharp turns. I'm excited for the next time I get to drive in a crosswind so I can test that out.
I'm also excited to see how they hold up on some washboard roads and do some moderate offroading. I anticipate they will impress! I'll keep y'all posted if I have any issues.
Christopher, these made for some great first impressions. Thank you!
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Mateo83
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| Posted: Wed May 10, 2023 8:26 am Post subject: Re: T3 Technique lifted 2wd shocks |
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Will there be a standard / lowered height available? My koni's are underwhelming
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Christopher Schimke
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| Posted: Wed May 10, 2023 8:42 am Post subject: Re: T3 Technique lifted 2wd shocks |
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| montanasurfer wrote: |
I just installed these on my van today.
My initial impression is... THAT I AM STOKED! They immediately blew me away with how much more stable they made my van. I used to be running HD Bilstiens and those things are terrible by comparison.
Christopher, these made for some great first impressions. Thank you! |
I'm so happy to hear that you like them. Your impressions of them are the same as my own, but obviously, I'm a bit biased, so it's good to hear others' opinions and experiences. Thanks!
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| Will there be a standard / lowered height available? My koni's are underwhelming |
There is a standard height version available right now (available on the website). Those are similar in length to the Bilsteins. We may do a lowered version in the future, but it would be a while before we do that...if we do.
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mtnhome
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| Posted: Wed May 10, 2023 9:27 am Post subject: Re: T3 Technique lifted 2wd shocks |
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I finally put mine on last week. I was running Ranchos but couldn't resist these when Chris had them on sale. I'm no suspension guru but initial impression is that the van seems to ride a bit smoother. It may just be I had the Ranchos set too stiff but the ride does seem improved.
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