Re: 1994 Continental Komi part #

W Taylor Hudson · Post by **W Taylor Hudson** » Mon Jul 29, 2019 3:58 am

'Attachments :While on this subject, I want to verify the Koni shocks are still recommended for a Velvet Ride chassis that has had Tiger Trak sway bars (look like lateral links), a Roadmaster Reflex steering stabilizer, and some type of bi-directional spring contraption across the bottom of the steering knuckle as pictured. A lateral link was also added to the rear axle. The previous owner reportedly spent a bunch of cash having this work at a Texas truck suspension shop that boasted have a Magnum Velvet Ride specialist. The package included Blisten shocks? v/r,
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On Mon, Jul 29, 2019 at 12:40 PM TD sdjhtm@... [Safarifriends] wrote:

Gregory,

You have the odd ball unit, so it will take some leg work and time.

What chassis do you have?
Is the suspension leaf spring or torsional.

Get me some numbers off of the shocks and let me know what brand they are.
Also, measure both the front and rear shocks fully extended and fully
colapsed, measuring from the center hole to center hole, and I will do
my best to find the info you need.

John
'95 Safari Serengeti 38ft, Cummins C8.3-300, Allison
6spd

On 7/29/19, gregory snell newg-reg@... [Safarifriends]
wrote:
> Is there a site that crosses part numbers? I’ve tried the ones on my shocks
> but have had no luck. 1992 safari Kenya pusher.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Jul 29, 2019, at 8:33 AM,
> robertfury@... [Safarifriends]
>
> wrote:
>
>
>
> $141, no tax, free shipping
>
>
>

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TD · Post by TD » Mon Jul 29, 2019 4:02 am

'Willie,

When you do get the shocks, be sure to adjust all four of them to the
firmest setting.

John
'95 Safari Serengeti 38ft, Cummins C8.3-300, Allison
6spd

On 7/29/19, bilmac36 bilmac36@... [Safarifriends]
wrote:

> John, John/Martha, Robert,
> Ok, so sometimes you just have to drink the kookaid and hit the I believe
> button. ??
> John, appreciate the info! Since I am inside the wheel wells I am going to
> investigate the prices and order based on the history you’ve given me. I
> totally believe there are folks on here giving great experienced advise and
> since Robert is also wanting to go back to them it just adds to the
> confidence factor.
> Thanks,
> Willie, Connie is ‘95 Continental, 8.3L, Ally 6spd
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Jul 29, 2019, at 9:55 AM, robertfury@... [Safarifriends]
>> wrote:
>>
>> Couldn’t sleep last night, so looked for the Koni’s online. As already
>> mentioned in this thread, the best price I could find was at Ultra RV
>> products. 40 dollars less per shock than anywhere else
>>
>>
>

'

TD · Post by TD » Mon Jul 29, 2019 4:10 am

'Gregory,

By your description it appears to be Bilstein shocks, but it does not
seem to be their numbers. If you can, look for other numbers stamped
on the shocks.

John
'95 Safari Serengeti 38ft, Cummins C8.3-300, Allison
6spd

On 7/29/19, gregory snell newg-reg@... [Safarifriends]
wrote:

> Thank you John. It is leaf spring suspension. The numbers I fit were 630856
> and p3015. Not sure of brand but they are yellow and blue coil overs. I’ll
> have to wait till tonight to get the measurements as I’m at work currently.
> Thanks again, Greg and Cheryl.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Jul 29, 2019, at 9:41 AM, TD sdjhtm@...
> [Safarifriends]
>
> wrote:
>
>
>
> Gregory,
>
> You have the odd ball unit, so it will take some leg work and time.
>
> What chassis do you have?
> Is the suspension leaf spring or torsional.
>
> Get me some numbers off of the shocks and let me know what brand they are.
> Also, measure both the front and rear shocks fully extended and fully
> colapsed, measuring from the center hole to center hole, and I will do
> my best to find the info you need.
>
> John
> '95 Safari Serengeti 38ft, Cummins C8.3-300, Allison
> 6spd
>
> On 7/29/19, gregory snell newg-reg@...
> [Safarifriends]
>
> wrote:
>> Is there a site that crosses part numbers? I’ve tried the ones on my
>> shocks
>> but have had no luck. 1992 safari Kenya pusher.
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Jul 29, 2019, at 8:33 AM,
>> robertfury@...
>> [Safarifriends]
>>
>> wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>> $141, no tax, free shipping
>>
>>
>>
>
>
>

'

gregory snell · Post by **gregory snell** » Mon Jul 29, 2019 4:37 am

'

Will do John

Sent from my iPhone

On Jul 29, 2019, at 10:17 AM, TD sdjhtm@... [Safarifriends] wrote:

Gregory,

By your description it appears to be Bilstein shocks, but it does not
seem to be their numbers. If you can, look for other numbers stamped
on the shocks.

John
'95 Safari Serengeti 38ft, Cummins C8.3-300, Allison
6spd

On 7/29/19, gregory snell newg-reg@... [Safarifriends]
wrote:
> Thank you John. It is leaf spring suspension. The numbers I fit were 630856
> and p3015. Not sure of brand but they are yellow and blue coil overs. I’ll
> have to wait till tonight to get the measurements as I’m at work currently.
> Thanks again, Greg and Cheryl.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Jul 29, 2019, at 9:41 AM, TD sdjhtm@...
> [Safarifriends]
>
> wrote:
>
>
>
> Gregory,
>
> You have the odd ball unit, so it will take some leg work and time.
>
> What chassis do you have?
> Is the suspension leaf spring or torsional.
>
> Get me some numbers off of the shocks and let me know what brand they are.
> Also, measure both the front and rear shocks fully extended and fully
> colapsed, measuring from the center hole to center hole, and I will do
> my best to find the info you need.
>
> John
> '95 Safari Serengeti 38ft, Cummins C8.3-300, Allison
> 6spd
>
> On 7/29/19, gregory snell newg-reg@...
> [Safarifriends]
>
> wrote:
>> Is there a site that crosses part numbers? I’ve tried the ones on my
>> shocks
>> but have had no luck. 1992 safari Kenya pusher.
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Jul 29, 2019, at 8:33 AM,
>> robertfury@...
>> [Safarifriends]
>>
>> wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>> $141, no tax, free shipping
>>
>>
>>
>
>
>

'

Mark Cushman · Post by **Mark Cushman** » Mon Jul 29, 2019 4:39 am

'The “contraption” appears to be a SteerSafe. See link
http://www.steersafe.com/shop/steer-safe-unit

I’ve wondered if those are effective. I have Tiger Trak and Konis on mine but not the contraption. My front Konis were the wrong number so I have new ones waiting for me to install there.
I’m real interested if the Steer safe helps with road wonder. Anything you can report on that would be greatly appreciated.
Mark1999 Safari 32’ Velvet Ride.

Sent from my iPhone

On Jul 29, 2019, at 10:10 AM, TD sdjhtm@... [Safarifriends] wrote:

Gregory,

By your description it appears to be Bilstein shocks, but it does not
seem to be their numbers. If you can, look for other numbers stamped
on the shocks.

John
'95 Safari Serengeti 38ft, Cummins C8.3-300, Allison
6spd

On 7/29/19, gregory snell newg-reg@... [Safarifriends]
wrote:
> Thank you John. It is leaf spring suspension. The numbers I fit were 630856
> and p3015. Not sure of brand but they are yellow and blue coil overs. I’ll
> have to wait till tonight to get the measurements as I’m at work currently.
> Thanks again, Greg and Cheryl.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Jul 29, 2019, at 9:41 AM, TD sdjhtm@...
> [Safarifriends]
>
> wrote:
>
>
>
> Gregory,
>
> You have the odd ball unit, so it will take some leg work and time.
>
> What chassis do you have?
> Is the suspension leaf spring or torsional.
>
> Get me some numbers off of the shocks and let me know what brand they are.
> Also, measure both the front and rear shocks fully extended and fully
> colapsed, measuring from the center hole to center hole, and I will do
> my best to find the info you need.
>
> John
> '95 Safari Serengeti 38ft, Cummins C8.3-300, Allison
> 6spd
>
> On 7/29/19, gregory snell newg-reg@...
> [Safarifriends]
>
> wrote:
>> Is there a site that crosses part numbers? I’ve tried the ones on my
>> shocks
>> but have had no luck. 1992 safari Kenya pusher.
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Jul 29, 2019, at 8:33 AM,
>> robertfury@...
>> [Safarifriends]
>>
>> wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>> $141, no tax, free shipping
>>
>>
>>
>
>
>
'

W Taylor Hudson · Post by **W Taylor Hudson** » Mon Jul 29, 2019 4:53 am

'Unfortunately I can’t tell you how much it helps as it was on the coach when I bought it (never drove it without it). I think the previous owner had about every suspension product (except Koni shocks) made for that model installed. Thanks for identifying that “accessory”. v/r,
Taylor
‘98 Safari Serengeti (4060), CAT 3126

On Mon, Jul 29, 2019 at 1:46 PM Mark Cushman chvet73@... [Safarifriends] wrote:

The “contraption” appears to be a SteerSafe. See link
http://www.steersafe.com/shop/steer-safe-unit

I’ve wondered if those are effective. I have Tiger Trak and Konis on mine but not the contraption. My front Konis were the wrong number so I have new ones waiting for me to install there.
I’m real interested if the Steer safe helps with road wonder. Anything you can report on that would be greatly appreciated.
Mark1999 Safari 32’ Velvet Ride.

Sent from my iPhone

On Jul 29, 2019, at 10:10 AM, TD sdjhtm@... [Safarifriends] wrote:

Gregory,

By your description it appears to be Bilstein shocks, but it does not
seem to be their numbers. If you can, look for other numbers stamped
on the shocks.

John
'95 Safari Serengeti 38ft, Cummins C8.3-300, Allison
6spd

On 7/29/19, gregory snell newg-reg@... [Safarifriends]
wrote:
> Thank you John. It is leaf spring suspension. The numbers I fit were 630856
> and p3015. Not sure of brand but they are yellow and blue coil overs. I’ll
> have to wait till tonight to get the measurements as I’m at work currently.
> Thanks again, Greg and Cheryl.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Jul 29, 2019, at 9:41 AM, TD sdjhtm@...
> [Safarifriends]
>
> wrote:
>
>
>
> Gregory,
>
> You have the odd ball unit, so it will take some leg work and time.
>
> What chassis do you have?
> Is the suspension leaf spring or torsional.
>
> Get me some numbers off of the shocks and let me know what brand they are.
> Also, measure both the front and rear shocks fully extended and fully
> colapsed, measuring from the center hole to center hole, and I will do
> my best to find the info you need.
>
> John
> '95 Safari Serengeti 38ft, Cummins C8.3-300, Allison
> 6spd
>
> On 7/29/19, gregory snell newg-reg@...
> [Safarifriends]
>
> wrote:
>> Is there a site that crosses part numbers? I’ve tried the ones on my
>> shocks
>> but have had no luck. 1992 safari Kenya pusher.
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Jul 29, 2019, at 8:33 AM,
>> robertfury@...
>> [Safarifriends]
>>
>> wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>> $141, no tax, free shipping
>>
>>
>>
>
>
>

'

Mark Cushman · Post by **Mark Cushman** » Mon Jul 29, 2019 5:00 am

'I appreciate your answer. After you get your Konis in let us know how it drives.

Sent from my iPad

On Jul 29, 2019, at 10:53 AM, W Taylor Hudson fpengr@... [Safarifriends] wrote:

Unfortunately I can’t tell you how much it helps as it was on the coach when I bought it (never drove it without it). I think the previous owner had about every suspension product (except Koni shocks) made for that model installed. Thanks for identifying that “accessory”.. v/r,
Taylor
‘98 Safari Serengeti (4060), CAT 3126
On Mon, Jul 29, 2019 at 1:46 PM Mark Cushman chvet73@... [Safarifriends] wrote:

The “contraption” appears to be a SteerSafe. See link
http://www.steersafe.com/shop/steer-safe-unit

I’ve wondered if those are effective. I have Tiger Trak and Konis on mine but not the contraption. My front Konis were the wrong number so I have new ones waiting for me to install there.
I’m real interested if the Steer safe helps with road wonder. Anything you can report on that would be greatly appreciated.
Mark1999 Safari 32’ Velvet Ride.

Sent from my iPhone

On Jul 29, 2019, at 10:10 AM, TD sdjhtm@... [Safarifriends] wrote:

Gregory,

By your description it appears to be Bilstein shocks, but it does not
seem to be their numbers. If you can, look for other numbers stamped
on the shocks.

John
'95 Safari Serengeti 38ft, Cummins C8.3-300, Allison
6spd

On 7/29/19, gregory snell newg-reg@... [Safarifriends]
wrote:
> Thank you John. It is leaf spring suspension. The numbers I fit were 630856
> and p3015. Not sure of brand but they are yellow and blue coil overs. I’ll
> have to wait till tonight to get the measurements as I’m at work currently.
> Thanks again, Greg and Cheryl.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Jul 29, 2019, at 9:41 AM, TD sdjhtm@...
> [Safarifriends]
>
> wrote:
>
>
>
> Gregory,
>
> You have the odd ball unit, so it will take some leg work and time.
>
> What chassis do you have?
> Is the suspension leaf spring or torsional.
>
> Get me some numbers off of the shocks and let me know what brand they are.
> Also, measure both the front and rear shocks fully extended and fully
> colapsed, measuring from the center hole to center hole, and I will do
> my best to find the info you need.
>
> John
> '95 Safari Serengeti 38ft, Cummins C8.3-300, Allison
> 6spd
>
> On 7/29/19, gregory snell newg-reg@...
> [Safarifriends]
>
> wrote:
>> Is there a site that crosses part numbers? I’ve tried the ones on my
>> shocks
>> but have had no luck. 1992 safari Kenya pusher.
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Jul 29, 2019, at 8:33 AM,
>> robertfury@...
>> [Safarifriends]
>>
>> wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>> $141, no tax, free shipping
>>
>>
>>
>
>
>

'

Bilmac36 · Post by **Bilmac36** » Mon Jul 29, 2019 5:34 am

'That color pattern is same for Bilsteins. Not sure if they have it trademarked or not. But I’d put my 2cents and bet that’s what they are.

Sent from my iPhone

On Jul 29, 2019, at 11:57 AM, gregory snell newg-reg@... [Safarifriends] wrote:

Thank you John. It is leaf spring suspension. The numbers I fit were 630856 and p3015. Not sure of brand but they are yellow and blue coil overs. I’ll have to wait till tonight to get the measurements as I’m at work currently. Thanks again, Greg and Cheryl.

Sent from my iPhone
On Jul 29, 2019, at 9:41 AM, TD sdjhtm@... [Safarifriends] wrote:

Gregory,

You have the odd ball unit, so it will take some leg work and time.

What chassis do you have?
Is the suspension leaf spring or torsional.

Get me some numbers off of the shocks and let me know what brand they are.
Also, measure both the front and rear shocks fully extended and fully
colapsed, measuring from the center hole to center hole, and I will do
my best to find the info you need.

John
'95 Safari Serengeti 38ft, Cummins C8.3-300, Allison
6spd

On 7/29/19, gregory snell newg-reg@... [Safarifriends]
wrote:
> Is there a site that crosses part numbers? I’ve tried the ones on my shocks
> but have had no luck. 1992 safari Kenya pusher.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Jul 29, 2019, at 8:33 AM,
> robertfury@... [Safarifriends]
>
> wrote:
>
>
>
> $141, no tax, free shipping
>
>
>

'

gregory snell · Post by **gregory snell** » Mon Jul 29, 2019 5:48 am

'

I didn’t see any brand on them. But I’ll certainly look again when I get home. Going to burning man again this year and would love to smooth out the 1300 mile round trip. Thanks everyone for all of your help.
Greg and Cheryl. 92 Kenya

Sent from my iPhone

On Jul 29, 2019, at 11:36 AM, bilmac36 bilmac36@... [Safarifriends] wrote:

That color pattern is same for Bilsteins. Not sure if they have it trademarked or not. But I’d put my 2cents and bet that’s what they are.

Sent from my iPhone

On Jul 29, 2019, at 11:57 AM, gregory snell newg-reg@... [Safarifriends] wrote:

Thank you John. It is leaf spring suspension. The numbers I fit were 630856 and p3015. Not sure of brand but they are yellow and blue coil overs. I’ll have to wait till tonight to get the measurements as I’m at work currently.

Thanks again, Greg and Cheryl.

Sent from my iPhone

On Jul 29, 2019, at 9:41 AM, TD sdjhtm@... [Safarifriends] wrote:

Gregory,

You have the odd ball unit, so it will take some leg work and time.

What chassis do you have?
Is the suspension leaf spring or torsional.

Get me some numbers off of the shocks and let me know what brand they are.
Also, measure both the front and rear shocks fully extended and fully
colapsed, measuring from the center hole to center hole, and I will do
my best to find the info you need.

John
'95 Safari Serengeti 38ft, Cummins C8.3-300, Allison
6spd

On 7/29/19, gregory snell newg-reg@... [Safarifriends]
wrote:
> Is there a site that crosses part numbers? I’ve tried the ones on my shocks
> but have had no luck. 1992 safari Kenya pusher.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Jul 29, 2019, at 8:33 AM,
> robertfury@... [Safarifriends]
>
> wrote:
>
>
>
> $141, no tax, free shipping
>
>
>

'

Bilmac36 · Post by **Bilmac36** » Mon Jul 29, 2019 5:53 am

'Firmest setting aye aye! I ordered the front two after our last email. Will wait a billing cycle and go for the aft ones. Hey, so glad you sent this, I wanted to get back to you, noted the website list the rear ones, 88-1458SP1, as a ‘front’ shock. Is that typical? I’ve attached both pix. Also, noted (may be due to influence of this site and users) appears they have our Magnum Chassis listed on the Front ones, 88-1641SP3! See pix.
(My list is piling up on me. Headed to go get those new brake lines ordered and crossing fingers I can report good p/n numbers on here for those who are not in a location where the locals will manufacturer them.)
John I’m going to ask a paint color question in a separate note, perhaps you are familiar with it.
Thanks!Willie, Connie is 40’ 1995 Continental, 8.3L, Ally 6spd

Sent from my iPhone

On Jul 29, 2019, at 1:34 PM, bilmac36 wrote:

That color pattern is same for Bilsteins. Not sure if they have it trademarked or not. But I’d put my 2cents and bet that’s what they are.

Sent from my iPhone
On Jul 29, 2019, at 11:57 AM, gregory snell newg-reg@... [Safarifriends] wrote:

Thank you John. It is leaf spring suspension. The numbers I fit were 630856 and p3015. Not sure of brand but they are yellow and blue coil overs. I’ll have to wait till tonight to get the measurements as I’m at work currently. Thanks again, Greg and Cheryl.

Sent from my iPhone
On Jul 29, 2019, at 9:41 AM, TD sdjhtm@... [Safarifriends] wrote:

Gregory,

You have the odd ball unit, so it will take some leg work and time.

What chassis do you have?
Is the suspension leaf spring or torsional.

Get me some numbers off of the shocks and let me know what brand they are.
Also, measure both the front and rear shocks fully extended and fully
colapsed, measuring from the center hole to center hole, and I will do
my best to find the info you need.

John
'95 Safari Serengeti 38ft, Cummins C8.3-300, Allison
6spd

On 7/29/19, gregory snell newg-reg@... [Safarifriends]
wrote:
> Is there a site that crosses part numbers? I’ve tried the ones on my shocks
> but have had no luck. 1992 safari Kenya pusher.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Jul 29, 2019, at 8:33 AM,
> robertfury@... [Safarifriends]
>
> wrote:
>
>
>
> $141, no tax, free shipping
>
>
>

'