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Old Apr 4, 2014 | 06:37 PM
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'78 shocks

I have a '78 short bed 150 that needs shocks. It is factory height and has quads up front. Just wondering what everybody thinks is a good shock for my application. I don't 4 wheel but tow 3500 lbs a lot
 
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Old Apr 4, 2014 | 08:06 PM
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I'd install a set of Monroe Magnum 60s They used to have a lifetime warrenty
 
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Old Apr 4, 2014 | 08:19 PM
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Every monroe my dad and i ever installed, blew out with in a year, i wouldnt suggest them, but i would reccomend a Rancho RS5000, its my current setup, and so far im inpressed with them... hope this helps you out
 
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Old Apr 4, 2014 | 09:06 PM
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I would just get whatever is on sale at O'Riley Auto. Monroe is commonly on sale there.
 
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Old Apr 4, 2014 | 09:21 PM
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I have been running Monroe Shocks 40 years and have never had a problem with one .
 
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Old Apr 4, 2014 | 09:55 PM
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Consider Rancho RS5000 shocks... good performance, longevity, at a reasonable price point.

Personally, I prefer Bilsteins.
 
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Old Apr 4, 2014 | 10:08 PM
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Originally Posted by petrovich79f250
Every monroe my dad and i ever installed, blew out with in a year, i wouldnt suggest them
I have had a similar experience with my Monroe shocks.
 
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