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    1. #1
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      Cocktail Shackers

      A time honored question. Do I, or don't I need to install the Four Fluid Dampeners ?

      69 Convertible, with all Chris Alston's Front end, Subframe, all components, X brace and Sub-Frame connectors, installed.

      is it still advised to re-install the four Cocktail Shackers ? Or can I leave them out.

      Thanks Marc

    2. #2
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      I went through the same thing. DSE subframe connectors and Hotchkis handle bars in the hope that it would tame the infamous cowl shake. I decided to retain the shakers since the car is not intended for track use etc and they would be extra insurance against the shake.

      Don
      1969 Camaro - LSA 6L90E AME sub/IRS
      1957 Buick Estate Wagon
      1959 El Camino - Ironworks frame
      1956 Cameo - full C5 suspension/drivetrain
      1959 Apache Fleetside

    3. #3
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      This guy ditched the shakers:

      https://www.pro-touring.com/threads/...ars-no-shakers

      Don
      1969 Camaro - LSA 6L90E AME sub/IRS
      1957 Buick Estate Wagon
      1959 El Camino - Ironworks frame
      1956 Cameo - full C5 suspension/drivetrain
      1959 Apache Fleetside

    4. #4
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      I think it really just boils down to preference. I've seen people who say they ditched them and have no complaints, while others say their cars were unbearable without them. It's a toss up...
      Josh

      1968 Firebird project thread - https://www.pro-touring.com/threads/...41#post1180941

    5. #5
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      Cedar Rapids, IA
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      I have my shakers in the back but never put in the front. I get the cowl shake at certain speeds and on certain roads. I would guess with SFC and the right bracing to the firewall the shake could be eliminated.
      Some times I'm fast sometimes I'm half-fast

    6. #6
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      Quote Originally Posted by Josue View Post
      I think it really just boils down to preference. I've seen people who say they ditched them and have no complaints, while others say their cars were unbearable without them. It's a toss up...
      Thanks for this link. Very helpful.







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