I know that most of what I am asking has been covered by many members in multiple threads, however, all the topics get off track and start to confuse the situation. So I am going to ask a series of basic suspension related questions with the hope of getting simple to - the - point answers.

Here we go.
1. If you have replaced the OEM Steering stabilizer with an aftermarket damper, which brand and model did you go with and what problems (if any) did is solve?
Example: Rancho RS5000, showed no significant improvement over OEM is my opinion.

2. If you replaced your OEM shocks, did you do it because of the ride quality, they were leaking, blown, just because, or some other reason? What brand and model did you go with and what improvement did you experience?
Example: Skyjacker M95 monotubes, improved ride quality over all types of surfaces also allowed 2" level kit without the need for spacers. Also improved handling while at interstate speeds.

3. Overall rating of the following using 1-10 scale (1 being the worst)
-Smoothing out small bumps (road imperfections)
-Smoothing out large bumps (harsh speed bumps and pot holes)
-Smoothing out washboard roads
-Fixing Steering pull (over uneven surfaces)
-Overall ride improvement
-improvement to comfort of passengers riding
-Improved handling over high speeds
-Improved handling in low speeds
-Improved Corning
-Reduces jaring while traveling over "less than perfectly paved" arterial roads.


I want this thread to be a "buying guild" for those looking to purchase upgraded parts that replace OEM geer.

 

I just bought a 2013 F350 dually and the stock shocks are crap. The last 3 trucks I have bought I replaced the stock shocks with Bilsteins and love them. Stock shock seem to have no ability to control rebound but the Bilsteins make a huge difference and actually improve the ride.
As far as the steering stabilizer, go with the Bilstein also. I don't have part numbers for you right now as I am also looking for them.

 

My experiences in bold/italics below.