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Old Feb 1, 2011 | 07:12 PM
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Steering Dampener advice

OK, I installed a new OE replacement dampener about a year and half ago. Now its leaking. With a non-lifted 4x4 Ex v10, should I bite the bullet and buy a 2 shock dampener? I run 275/65/18 LTX 10 plys. could these be making a difference to the dampener?

Thanks for your advice...
 
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Old Feb 1, 2011 | 08:08 PM
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Some will disagree, but unless your rig is lifted, I'd stick with a single damper.

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Old Feb 1, 2011 | 08:25 PM
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ok, ok. how bout liftying it. what kit should i use?
 
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Old Feb 1, 2011 | 10:17 PM
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Really too many options to list here. From mild lifts to wild lifts. Back to the steering stabilizer, go with a quality aftermarket replacement, the stock ones don't last as long.
 

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I am using the rancho rs 5410 on two of my three trucks with good results so far!
 
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