Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

You will see a line at the bottom :) Measure from there.

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

I just ordered a set tonight. We'll see how they do.

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

Ok, shocks arrived today. Wasn't sure where to take measurements from, so I took them from the tip of the threaded end and to the center of the bolt hole on the other end.

Didn't have time to install, but will get to that hopefully tomorrow...

The shocks measure 15.5" compressed and 21.75" uncompressed using the method above. Please let me know how this compares to stock and Rancho shocks. thanks!

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

Here is the Rancho Specs....

Now for the Avalanche 4" lift for front replacement:

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

Looks similar. Glad they did it right!

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

Just a humble thought from the new guy.

When you compare shocks from different manufacturers you may want to measure from the top of the shock body instead of including the threaded stud in your measurement. The same shock, for the same car, form two different manufacturers may have a very different length threaded stud on the end. So in essence, when you measure, you are gettting the compressed/extended(travel) measurement plus whatever the difference is between the two studs.
I found this to be true when comparing the stock shocks to the Bilstiens. The threaded stud on the stock shock was longer.
I hope this helps

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

All of those measurements are on the shock specs link above.

And true, he should be measuring the body of the shock.

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

Hey Beebs, those links open the same pdf. Where are the specs?

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

I think I'll go with the Foxs when I replace mine.

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

There is a lot to like about the Fox shocks (except the price).

I was thinking about Fox for the rear axle.

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

Okay, shocks are on and test drive completed. I drove it around for a while and what a huge difference! Big improvement over stock ride quality, even with TBs cranked!:jump:

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

OOpsie:o


http://www.gorancho.com/flash/docs/2...shock_spec.pdf

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

I think, no wait I know that the Fox shock is FAR superior to any of these mentioned in this thread.

Yes they are pricey, but for the amount of money I have spent on shocks I could have bought a set of the Fox shocks.

The fox shocks are rebuildable. If you blow it, you can rebuild it for less than a replacement cost of the other shocks.

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

ok, I give up, where are you finding the Fox shocks at for our H3's?

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

Fox shocks are available from Rod Hall Products. They are not listed on the website, but give them a call. When they are not racing they are very friendly and knowledgable.

http://www.rodhall.com/

1-877-ROD-HALL

HummBebe, have you purchased the fox shocks? I know they were recommended by a suspension guy working on HD torsion bars for the H3, just curious if you have had a chance to try the shocks.

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

No not yet, but soon. You can also get them from Sam at Samco Fab...

http://www.samcofabrication.com/index.html

He's even nicer :jump:

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

Damn bebes, is there anyone you DON'T know! Oh, and thanx for the link :D

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

:dancingbanana:

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

Bebes, did you ever get anywhere with Sam and HD Torsion Bars???? Where did you pick up your add-a-leaf kit???

Re: New Bilstein / Cognito Hummer H3 Leveling Front Shocks???
 

I actually am ready to oder the HD t-bars now. And when I get everything together, we will place the order.

The spring helpers I ordered are going on tomorrow. Can you believe I still don't have those on???

It's from Hellwig, and they are load pro 15's. http://www.hellwigproducts.com/produ...es/default.asp They are progressive rate springs, so the more weight you add the firmer they get. No weight and you still have a comfortable ride.