Got new shocks for my 73 Swinger....

318MoparGuy said
Hi All,
Well I finally ordered new shocks all around for my 73 318 and went with Bilstein RCD's. I ordered them from PST and got them delivered to my door for $368.00 with the 10% FABO discount and free shipping. They arrived 4 days later and were packaged real well...no damage to box. The shocks the PO had on there were on their last legs and it was time to upgrade as I will be moving to Waynesville, NC in the mountains of western NC. PO had upgraded torsion bars to 893/892's and added a huge aftermarket front sway bar. So with the bigger TB's and sway bar, I should be in good shape handling and ride wise. I read that FABO guys that put Bilsteins on felt a more "planted" feeling at speed, my Dart is just a cruiser but wanted to feel more secure in handling and such. I will try to get them on soon as I can, but am in the midst of packing for the move...will keep you posted. Can someone clarify this.....are 892/893 bars considered Big block bars or 340 bars? Thanks...
All the Best,
318MG

Update on new Bilstein RCD's for my 73 Dart - Moved from Waxhaw, NC to the mountains of western NC (Waynesville) and just got around to posting this update...still unpacking. The previous ride on my Dart was horrible....shocks sucked going over bumps and at speed and leaned pretty well going into big sweeping turns. Installed Bilstein RCD's on all 4 corners and the relocation ride from Waxhaw to Waynesville (about 3 hours) was such a pleasure. The Dart was now very stable at speed...no swaying or rolling...ride felt very controlled and smooth going over bumps that would have rattled the car with the old shocks. I have seen the posts of some guys saying shocks are all the same, but I have to heartily disagree. The RCD's are worth every penny and then some. Also, they have a great warranty (as long as you own the car) and can be rebuilt if needed down the road. How many other shocks can say all that??? If you are contemplating new shocks for your A Body or other vehicle, you should very seriously consider the RCD's...that's the way to go!!!
Take care,
318MG