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Koni shocks for 1996 U270

The part number from invoice at JEGS for 8   610-8805-1010   FORETRAVEL FRONT/ REAR   168.04   1,344.32
George and Steph
1997 U270 36 Build 5081 "Honu"
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Re: Koni shocks for 1996 U270 (split from Re: Just had 3 day 1,600 or so mile road trip...)

Reply #1 –
Quote from: George and Steph –
The part number from invoice at JEGS for 8   610-8805-1010   FORETRAVEL FRONT/ REAR   168.04   1,344.32

Checked JEGS and the price is now $192 each.  Will check around a bit
1996 U-270
Build # 4951
Cummins 8.3

Re: Koni shocks for 1996 U270 (split from Re: Just had 3 day 1,600 or so mile road trip...)

Reply #3 –
Quote from: jclark93 –
8805 1010 Koni Gold FSD RV Shock Foretravel Motorhomes - Shockwarehouse.com

Cheapest price so far with free shipping

Ordered 8 shocks at $165 each with free shipping and no tax.  Looking forward for much better and SAFER ride!
1996 U-270
Build # 4951
Cummins 8.3

Re: Koni shocks for 1996 U270 (split from Re: Just had 3 day 1,600 or so mile road trip...)

Reply #4 –
Just ordered 8 8805-1010 for $165 free shipping and 5% military discount,which came to $1254 delivered.

from,ULTRARVPRODUCTS.COM
 
ps,they also have a engine upgrade section and have a upgraded thermostat and hoses for the hyd fan units.
96 U270 BUILD 4810
85 380SL
Drummonds TN.

Re: Koni shocks for 1996 U270 (split from Re: Just had 3 day 1,600 or so mile road trip...)

Reply #5 –
Got only 4 shocks from ShockWarehouse.com, should have gotten 8.  Called them and they said they made mistake and shipping me another 4 shocks.

Replaced 4 front shocks yesterday.  Quite challenge to fasten the top bolt.
1996 U-270
Build # 4951
Cummins 8.3

Re: Koni shocks for 1996 U270 (split from Re: Just had 3 day 1,600 or so mile road trip...)

Reply #6 –
Quote from: jclark93 –
Got only 4 shocks from ShockWarehouse.com, should have gotten 8.  Called them and they said they made mistake and shipping me another 4 shocks.

Replaced 4 front shocks yesterday.  Quite challenge to fasten the top bolt.
1/2" air gun and 1 1/8" socket got all 8 top bolts on mine, you just have to get in a position to reach them.
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Re: Koni shocks for 1996 U270 (split from Re: Just had 3 day 1,600 or so mile road trip...)

Reply #7 –
Yeah used electric impact wrench, but man that front shocks at rear axle are tough to work on.  Glad it is over.  Will drive my coach and see how it goes.
1996 U-270
Build # 4951
Cummins 8.3

Re: Koni shocks for 1996 U270 (split from Re: Just had 3 day 1,600 or so mile road trip...)

Reply #8 –
Waiting to drive mine also,will have an opinion.
96 U270 BUILD 4810
85 380SL
Drummonds TN.

Re: Koni shocks for 1996 U270 (split from Re: Just had 3 day 1,600 or so mile road trip...)

Reply #9 –
Those new shocks are night and day difference compare with old shocks.  My coach rides much better!
1996 U-270
Build # 4951
Cummins 8.3
 

Re: Koni shocks for 1996 U270 (split from Re: Just had 3 day 1,600 or so mile road trip...)

Reply #10 –
Still on the road but huge difference.
96 U270 BUILD 4810
85 380SL
Drummonds TN.