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Old Aug 9, 2011 | 12:48 AM
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It's about time to change shocks on my 85 F150 2x4 so figured I'd check here first. What seems to be the shock of choice and why for these 2x4's?
 
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Old Aug 9, 2011 | 10:40 AM
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I use Bilstein HD's on my 84. They give an extra measure of control on dirt roads at speed, and the last pair I installed lasted over 80K.
I have also used a pair of Rancho shocks, and they worked very well, but only for about 10K. Naturally, YMMV.
 
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Old Aug 9, 2011 | 01:10 PM
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I'd agree on the Bilsteins. A little pricey but worth it IMO.
 
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Old Aug 9, 2011 | 01:29 PM
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Having been into Jeeps for years I like the Bilsteins and Rancho's to. Also run the Bilsteins on my motorhome and Rancho's on most of my Jeeps, just wasn't sure if they would be the best choice for a daily driver road truck.
 
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