Bilstein FX3 shocks finally arrived???
 

For those insterested in putting (or Keeping) their FX3 system fully functional, it appears that the long awaited delivery of new (new) Bilstein FX3 shocks has arrived.

I did a quick search of Zip, Ecklers and Corvette Central and all show 89-91 and 92-95 shocks in stock.

My shocks (21k) and system seems to work as advertised, but I placed an order for full set--- just as a "in case" back up. Who knows when another production run will ever happen?

Re: Bilstein FX3 shocks finally arrived???
 

Looks like 92-95 still aren't in stock.

Re: Bilstein FX3 shocks finally arrived???
 

GREAT news.... maybe...…..


I still love my FX3 with DRM coil-overs!


Hope they keep them available.
Marty

Re: Bilstein FX3 shocks finally arrived???
 

The wait time on this run would certainly make me concerned for future runs!

Re: Bilstein FX3 shocks finally arrived???
 

Don’t forget AJ USA, they always had the lowest prices when
the shocks were available.

Re: Bilstein FX3 shocks finally arrived???
 

Doesn't seem to be in stock on AJ USA.

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Re: Bilstein FX3 shocks finally arrived???
 

Agreed.

I notice Summit Racing has them, too (same price as AJ USA).

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/bsn-20-070007
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/bsn-20-070014

It says Estimated Ship Date 5/6/2019 (if ordered today). I guess that means Summit orders them from Bilstein for you.

Re: Bilstein FX3 shocks finally arrived???
 

Does it say that on their web site somewhere? I did not notice a message like that. Here's the link I have:

https://www.ajusa.com/shop-by-brand/...sid=ygUx8R6UiB

Maybe no one actually has them on their own shelves.

Re: Bilstein FX3 shocks finally arrived???
 

It says that for the rears... says fronts ship today....
Also, why does it say this about lowering springs?

Important Information Regarding: Bilstein 20-070007 - Bilstein B6 Performance Series Shocks and Struts BSN-20-070007
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1990 CHEVROLET CORVETTE ZR 1

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This fits your: 1990 CHEVROLET CORVETTE ZR 1
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Position: Front. Series: B6 (HD) With selective ride, Models equipped with Seletive Ride. Sport shock, designed for use with lowering springs.

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Re: Bilstein FX3 shocks finally arrived???
 

Good question!


I think it means you need to lower the front of your car. :-)

Re: Bilstein FX3 shocks finally arrived???
 

**UPDATE** The "FX3 Gods" are not making this easy, but I'm pretty stubborn.

I ordered the full set (2 front, 2 rear) for my 91 from Corvette Central. I spoke to them and they said (in actually language) that all shocks were in stock.

Yesterday I got an email from CC saying that the fronts were shipped but the rears were on back order till July 15. Huh? I called, confirmed the non availability and cancelled my order for the rears from CC.

I called Zip and they confirmed they had the rear set. I asked them to double-double check and they rep said "wait" and put me on hold. He came bac a few minutes later and said he went "out back" and eyeballed the pair. He did say that these were the last ones till July. Sold!

We need to start a "cottage industry" making FX3 shocks. These things are gold.

Re: Bilstein FX3 shocks finally arrived???
 

I'm just about ready to ditch the FX3 and go manual adjustable (Van Steel or other system), or maybe even just fixed rate Bilsteins on my DRM coilovers.

Re: Bilstein FX3 shocks finally arrived???
 

From AJ USA for my rear shocks,



"Hello , we thank you for your continued patience on your order. Bilstein has updated us that your B6 Performance shock 20-070281 remain on a nationwide backorder. I want to let you know that we are in constant communication with Bilstein and the current projected ETA is Mid to Late June. Unfortunately, the continued delay is attributed to Bilstein updating and retooling the main manufacturing facility in Germany. We will continue providing regular updates regarding your order. We apologize for the continued delay."

Re: Bilstein FX3 shocks finally arrived???
 

After waiting from last August till Feb. 19: I put on a set of Z51 shocks and kept the actuators and old shocks. Will get a hip replacement 4-29-19, learn to drive again by July and review FX-3 over the winter break.
Good luck to all keeping the system up!