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Shock Absorbers

July 21, 2002, 02:10:09 pm

Just got back from a run to Atlanta and we had a lot of bouncing on some portions of I 10. I'm thinking that maybe the shocks need to be replaced (47,000 miles). Has anybody replaced their shocks and what type did you replace them with. My Allure currently has the non-ajustable type of shock.

Thanks in advance,
Egon

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Reply #1 – July 21, 2002, 02:17:47 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 2363

Dear Egon, I have 99 Allure and changed from Gabriel's to KONI's at about 10,000 miles. The Koni's are great, they're adjustable, I have mine set MEDIUM.

Thanks, Mike

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Reply #2 – July 22, 2002, 09:22:53 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 2370

What part of I 10 were you on? We were on 10 several months ago and it bounced our 2001 Magna. I would not judge my shocks from 10, it one of the worst roads in the country in some places.

Bill G. 2001 Magna

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Reply #3 – July 27, 2002, 01:58:43 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 2382

Have only received a couple of replies on the subject and would like to hear from others that have had to replace the shocks. What I am looking for is what brand, ajustable-nonajustable, cost and what the improvement was.

Thanks in advance,
Egon

'99 Allure

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Reply #4 – July 27, 2002, 08:09:35 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 2384

I replaced mine with KONI that were adjustable and have them set to mid range. They have solved problems of porpoising that I had with the Gabriels. Be sure you get KONI's that are the correct length, some of them look the same but are about one inch too short...
Ray and La Rue

99 Allure 36ft......

Shock Absorbers

Reply #5 – July 29, 2004, 10:36:58 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 10918

I bought this coach a year ago. It has Koni shocks on it. I don't know if they are original. The coach has 61,000 miles on it. The ride is kind of "mushy" and it seems like it moves around during cornering. Got new tires. I am thinking about changing to a Bilstein shock. I've heard from others that they firm up the ride quite a bit. Anyone done this?

Thanks.
Mike

'95 Intrigue 10061

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Reply #6 – July 30, 2004, 09:37:36 am

Yahoo Message Number: 10921

The Konis wouldn't be original most likely and they are probably adjustable. First thing is to check them and make sure they are set on the firmest setting.

I retrofitted our coach with them and they definitely helped, though we still get too much "bounce" from the front end on some roads. I think the front end could use even stronger shocks but have no idea if such exist. Has anyone here gone beyond the Konis for better front end control?

Dan & Ann

1998 Allure #30180

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Reply #7 – July 30, 2004, 10:20:04 am

Yahoo Message Number: 10922

Dan and Ann

Noticed your screen name (MaineCoone). Is this because you have that breed of cat?

Egon

'99 Allure #30321
'02 Tahoe Z71

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Reply #8 – July 30, 2004, 10:32:17 am

Yahoo Message Number: 10923

Quote from: faa_engineer

I bought this coach a year ago. It has Koni shocks on it. I don't > know if they are original. The coach has 61,000 miles on it. The > ride is kind of "mushy" and it seems like it moves around during > cornering. Got new tires. I am thinking about changing to a > Bilstein shock. I've heard from others that they firm up the ride > quite a bit. Anyone done this?

Thanks.
Mike
'95 Intrigue 10061

PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU FIND BILSTINES THAT WELL FIT.TRY ADJUSTING YOUR KONIS TOO FULL FRIM IN THE REAR AND 1/4TURN BACK FROM FULL FRIM IN THE FRONT

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Reply #9 – July 30, 2004, 10:44:51 am

Yahoo Message Number: 10924

Quote from: faa_engineer

I bought this coach a year ago. It has Koni shocks on it. I don't > know if they are original. The coach has 61,000 miles on it. The > ride is kind of "mushy" and it seems like it moves around during > cornering. Got new tires. I am thinking about changing to a > Bilstein shock. I've heard from others that they firm up the ride > quite a bit. Anyone done this?

Thanks.
Mike
'95 Intrigue 10061

TO ADJUST THE SHOCKS THE INSTRUCTIONS ARE ON THE SHOCKS, JUST REMOVE ONE END FROM THE FRAME AND COLAPSE THE SHOCK ALL THE WAY AND TURN CLOCKWISE OR COUNTER CLOCKWISE.
TED

99 32' ALLURE 30305

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Reply #10 – July 30, 2004, 11:09:46 am

Yahoo Message Number: 10925

I fully agree with others who have responded to your shock problem that adjustment to "firm" is a step toward alleviating the problem. However, you also need to make sure your ride height is properly set----your comment re front end bounce leads me to believe your ride ht. may be off, as I had this same problem.

Walt Rothermel
03Allure30811

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Reply #11 – July 30, 2004, 04:37:58 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 10932

We put new Kona shocks on our 2001 Magna last year at 40,000 miles. These shocks can be ajusted 3 time. We went thru all 3 adjustments so they were replaced. The new shocks gave a much better ride so it was about time. One piece of advise if you buy new Konas. Don't buy thru a dealer buy them direct from CC and take them to the dealer for install. At Lazy Days they buy from CCI also and pay more then we do and then mark them up and sell them to us. You can take your own parts to Lazy Days and pay nothing but installation. Just make sure you have the right item, which in this business is not easy.

Bill G. 2005 Magna #6425

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Reply #12 – July 31, 2004, 10:23:23 am

Yahoo Message Number: 10934

Yes, though we're down to our last and don't plan on replacing her.
Just too much hair!

Dan

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Reply #13 – August 02, 2004, 02:49:47 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 10944

Check your shocks and make sure they are set on high. TWI 2004 Ovation 11731

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Reply #14 – August 02, 2004, 08:42:53 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 10945

As soon as I figure out a way to break loose those big ole rusty nuts, I am going to.
Mike

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Reply #15 – August 02, 2004, 09:29:08 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 10946

Does anyone really have Bilsteins on their Country Coach? I've never been able to locate any that were suitable. I talked to Bilstein Customer Service and they don't know anything about shocks that would fit something the size of a Country Coach. I'd like to get some if they make em.

Jim Barber, '87 LTD, #4223

Shock Absorbers

Reply #16 – November 07, 2004, 09:33:40 am

Yahoo Message Number: 12672

I have experienced the bottoming out on bridges at cruse speed and have read the previous posts regarding ride height adjustment.
Called CC and they don't recommend raising it. They do recommend adjusting the Kon shocks and faxed two pages of adjusting instructions. They indicate that over time the shocks need adjusting, originally are set at about the mid point. Previous posts have mentioned raising problems with them coming apart. Jim Craig from the factory cautioned about the problem. Is there a better shock with more travel? If so, has anyone installed them? In the Phoenix area, does anyone recommend a shop? I called Beaudry RV who sells the CC line and they recommended Massy Diesel. Massy has never adjusted the shocks. They are looking over the 2 pages. John 2002 Allure
#30702

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Reply #17 – November 07, 2004, 03:34:07 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 12676

Quote from: countryjrc

John-Try Desert West Coach on 7th St.in Phoenix.I have had them do

warranty work on my slides, ride height, seals, table refinishing, leaks, etc.I recommend them highly!I bought my 2002 Allure #30792 at Beaudry, but will not take a coach there for service. Macke

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Reply #18 – November 07, 2004, 05:41:30 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 12677

Thanks Macke, sounds like you have had a good experience with lots of work. John

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Reply #19 – November 07, 2004, 06:59:23 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 12679

I would like to see "2 pages of instructions" to adjust Koni shocks to a firmer setting. Two pages? really! There is obiously something I don't know on this subject. BTW see my next post on slide hydraulic leak.
Lyle 04 Intrigue 11740

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Reply #20 – November 07, 2004, 07:54:19 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 12683

John, I assume your ride height is to spec---I'm sure the CC rep you talked to was saying you should not raise it over spec. In my case the shocks had been adjusted to firm and I still had bottoming out. Come to find out the ride height was set too low at the factory.

Walt Rothermel
03Allure30811

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Reply #21 – November 08, 2004, 11:38:58 am

Yahoo Message Number: 12687

-I had mine adjusted at a truck shop. It took 30 minutes to do all three. Simply remove the bottom bolt, compress the shock and turn 360 degrees for each stop further, Dale Loop

Intrigue 11240

Shock Absorbers

Reply #22 – August 17, 2011, 10:36:05 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 73765

What is the recommended life span on these? My rig is a 2004 Allure with 63,000 miles--mostly interstate. The shocks seem a bit loose, but it may be my imagination.

Jim Mercer

Albuquerque, NM

CC Allure/Newport (#31070)

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Reply #23 – August 17, 2011, 11:24:08 pm

Yahoo Message Number: 73768

I have a 2008 allure and replaced the Koni with the Road Kings and can not believe how good my coach handles now. Good luck Bill

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Reply #24 – August 18, 2011, 12:00:39 am

Yahoo Message Number: 73769

Same with my 2007 Inspire. The Konis were shot after 43k. The Road Kings are really nice.
Barney

2007 Inspire 52059

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