Shock absorbers GABRIEL or OEM Volkswagen

I used Gabriel's on front and KYB in the back. I also replaced the sway bar links. They were busted and rusted out/seized to strut.

These Gabriels are tight. The rear feels a little on the stiff side, but they should soften in a couple thousand miles. They seem really well made, too. The shroud covering the piston seems stout and they came with nice bushings. The stock KYBs were absolutely shot, but they gave it their best try.

He helped me rebuild the car using new and authentic German parts—the brakes, the shock absorbers, wiring harness, etc.

Side note, the wife's 12 tig has a rear shock going out. Factory shock/struts with aftermarket H&R sport springs. Those factory shocks lasted 100k miles with the shorter springs!!

I like Gabriel shocks. Gabriel offers one of the most extensive light vehicle product lines in the aftermarket. Not to mention the most durable, too

Well got the Bus back from the shop. Among other things we got the following done.. -New shocks Bus runs quite nicely now.

I think it is very likely that your low front end is caused by the wrong shocks being installed for the heavy W8 engine.

My wife had gone to the dealer because she felt she had no brakes. In addition to the brake job, they also replaced all 4 shocks and 2 front top plates and right and left front ball joints.

Gabriel and Monroe shocks are super trash. You’ll be lucky if they last two years typically.

Depends on your priorities. I go KYB for a good mix. Monroe if I’m broke. Gabriel if I’m a masochist.