Edelbrock IAS

[Flounder]

Have Edelbrock IAS shocks changed since they were introduced in 1996 or 1997? Or has the basic mechanism remained constant?

 

[JoeC5]

I'm not really sure, but at this point I am not very pleased with them. My two rear shocks are leaking oil and I am having problems returning them for the new ones.

 

[Flounder]

Are the problems few and far between or are Edelbrock's problem-prone? I am looking into getting 4 and want to know if they're worth it or if I should look on?

 

[JoeC5]

I have also read that some other members reported problems to. They got the defective shock replaced free of charge because of their lifetime warranty. Now only if my return/exchange could be so smooth I would be a happy man.

 

[DocVijay]

Edelbrock IAS replacement.

My left rear Edelbrock went bad recently. I called up Edelbrock and they said to returnit to where I bought it. I called up Performance Products, and they went ahead an shipped one out 2nd day Air, along with a prepaid return postage label. Just put it in the same box and ship it right back. Couldn't be easier. I guess the hassle just depends on where you bought it. My exchange couldn't have been easier. Well, maybe if Vic Edelbrock himself came out and installed the shock for me...

 

[DOGMAN]

Seem to be hearing more than a few problems with the Edelbrock shocks, such as leaking or wearing out prematurely. If I were in the market for some new shocks (I'm not), I'd have trouble buying something that a number of users are saying they're having a problem with. Shocks are simple devices. I know they have a lifetime warranty, but I wouldn't want the hassle. Too many other good options out there.

I, like many, use the Rancho 9000 manually adjustable shock, and am completely satisfied. Modified rigs use 9000's more than any other shock, in my view. They also make the RSX, which is a auto adjusting shock similar in application to the Edelbrocks. Other options are the Monroe Reflex, Trailmaster SSV, etc.

Just because Edelbrock spent a zillion dollars on advertising their product, doesn't necessarily mean that it's the best. I'll admit that I've never personally used them, and now that I see reports from those who are less than satisfied, I'm glad I didn't (although I don't know if they make them for lifted rigs).

 

[mav]

Just a word of advice, I would steer clear of the IAS shocks if you plan on offroading alot or doing the torsion/add a leaf lift. These shocks don't work well for either of these situations. They work with a special valving mechanism that doesn't work very well if the shock is not in its normal range of motion. If you want some good shocks that have a firm feel on the road and off, pickup some Bilstiens or Ranchos. I've got the Bilstiens on the front of my Exploder and I can't wait to replace the two IAS I still have on the rear...