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paintcrazytexan
Reg. Feb 2008
Posted 2012-09-14 10:19 AM (#146984)
Subject: Needing new shocks


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Hi All. I have an 06 Dodge 2500 4x4 and its time for new shocks. I pull a 3 horse 6' LQ about once a month or so. Nothing too strenuous.. I have been reeding about different kind of shocks and now kinda confused...Really dont need air ride or adjustable, I dont think.. So would the regular stock shocks be the right replacement or is there one out there that would perform better.. Would like a smooth ride but dont need to spend lots of money as I am a weekend warrior of sorts... Thanks for any info you can send my way... Lynn
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Painted Horse
Reg. May 2005
Posted 2012-09-14 10:42 AM (#146985 - in reply to #146984)
Subject: RE: Needing new shocks



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I bought some Rancho 9000 in May. I found a supplier on the internet that had them for $297 for the set of 4.  Rancho had a $100 rebate. So my net cost was just over $200 with shipping. That's $50 a shock for a shock with a lifetime warranty and some great features.  Rancho periodically offers the rebates. Just keep an eye on their sales promotions.

Also look at the Bilistien 5100. They are a great product.

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gard
Reg. Aug 2007
Posted 2012-09-14 10:52 AM (#146986 - in reply to #146984)
Subject: RE: Needing new shocks


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Bilstein, Monroe and others, make a good replacement product for your truck. Stay away from the larger off the road variants, if most of your travels are limited to open highways. If your truck doesn't squat excessively when the trailer is hitched up, you don't need air shocks, a compressor, air lines, limit switches, etc.

Purchase the best HD OEM replacement shocks for your street use. If you do any serious amount of off the road travels, there are numerous specialty companies, that can outfit your truck with appropriate after market equipment.

Many manufacturers offer life time replacements, a valuable offer, when you consider many shocks will not make it to the half century mark.

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paintcrazytexan
Reg. Feb 2008
Posted 2012-09-15 10:30 AM (#147000 - in reply to #146984)
Subject: RE: Needing new shocks


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Thanks for the replies.. I am looking at the Bilstien and Rancho.  Yes I am mostly a highway girl with some backroads but not much.. Now to hit the internet and find the best deals...
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