Road Testing Rod Shocks from Bilstein (1.4 MB) Reprinted from the June 2006 issue of StreetScene® Magazine, the member publication of the National Street Rod Association®, with permission of the publisher
Rod Shocks
Now that you’ve set your goals on the ultimate ride, with more horsepower and the best paint, don’t short change yourself when it comes to the suspension. Bilstein is an original equipment supplier to BMW, Ferrari, Jaguar, Mercedes-Benz, and Porsche...we know what it takes to tune a vehicle’s suspension for superior comfort and performance.
Many shock manufacturers are just discovering the monotube design and calling it “new technology”. Fact is, we helped pioneer monotube gas pressure technology and have been refining it for over 50 years. We know why our shocks are superior, but do you? Our outstanding performance comes straight from the gut...the guts of the shock. From the highest quality components and largest piston diameter to the patented valving, the illustration below shows it all. We invite you to compare our shocks to those of our competitors. You’ll see for yourself that Bilstein is the best shock available for you, your car and your passengers.
Bilstein takes "precision" and "custom" and turns it into the ULTIMATE ROD SHOCK. Each shock is hand assembled in the U.S.A. utilizing precision components that boast the exacting tolerances that are more closely associated with surgical instruments. The finished product shouts quality with the looks of a truly one-off custom masterpiece while packing the superior performance of its race-bred heritage.
Independent Compression and Rebound Valving Custom Tuned for Each Application... Eliminates the Hassle of Manual Adjustments
2 to 3 Times Larger Piston Diameter Provides Superior Handling & Performance
Each Shock Fully Dyno Tested to Insure You Get the Best Ride Possible
Patented Digressive Valving Instantly Responds to Changing Suspension Input
Coilover, Smooth Body and Steel Models Available for Most Applications