Re: [Chrysler300] KYB rear shocks for "K"

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In a message dated 1/23/2005 11:08:37 AM Eastern Standard Time, 
tc440@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:

> 
> 
> Somewhere in the annals of 300 Club News, Dr Crankshaft of Tim Buck II 
> Garage recommends finding the oldest listing for KYB gas shocks in the KYB catalog 
> for a New Yorker and using that part number for 300's. So I found the KYB 
> rear listing for a 65 New Yorker, KG 5512, and ordered a set.
> 
> Then I read on the Imperial website that KG 5511 is the best rear shock for 
> 60's Imperials and Chryslers. I emailed KYB Tech Support and asked them the 
> difference between 5511 and 5512. Here is their reply:
> 
> "KG5512 is 1 inch longer, upper mount is a E2(12.8x41.3)
> KG5511 upper mount is E1-L/E"
> 
> So....I'm glad I didn't install the 5512's yet. Should they stay or should I 
> exchange them for 5511. I am looking for good handling with original ride 
> height. These are for our "K". And would your recommendation hold for a "G"?
> 
> 300'ly,
> 
> Rick Ehrmann
> 
> 
> 

Hi Rick and All:
I installed the KYB #KG5511 on the rear of the 300H, and they are just fine.  
Use tested on the way up and back to the Spring meet in Allentown.  I have 
installed the same on my 300F now under restoration.  As far as I am concerned, 
they fit perfectly and performed fine----even on old I-95 at 80mph!   I used 
the KG4507 on the front of both cars.  Of course, the lower mounting "shackle" 
has to be ground narrower to fit the car.  Just be careful not to hold the 
shock to the grinder long enough to get the rubber(?) bushing too hot. I am sure 
that would damage it.  I kept a container of water handy for frequent dipping 
to keep the temperature down.  Hope this helps a little.   300ly, Gil 
Cunningham   
ps:  Oh yes, they will need to be repainted black!!!!!


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