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Old Aug 2, 2003 | 11:12 AM
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Shocks inquiry ?

Does anyone know of a good set of shocks , that would soften the ride on my `97 Xplorer ? It rides like a freaking brick...hahaha !
 
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Old Aug 2, 2003 | 04:16 PM
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Shocks inquiry ?

Monroe Sensatracs. I got mine from Sears and they made 100% difference. Unless you are going to lower it beyond 3 inches, I would go with the Monroes...
 
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Old Aug 3, 2003 | 09:49 AM
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Did the Monroes soften the ride, didn`t make it to spongy did it ? & Want did they run ya ? I`ll install them myself, did you run into any problems ? (i`am like you , i very rarely let anyone touch my ride)
 
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Old Aug 3, 2003 | 03:58 PM
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The Monroe's made a huge difference. Softened the ride, but not enough to make it feel spongy. I think they were $20 a piece, but its been a while, so I don't remember now.

I still have them on the front, but have adjustable air shocks on the rear since I lowered it. They help on the towing of my trailers...
 
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Old Aug 4, 2003 | 12:06 AM
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Shocks inquiry ?

What is your driving style? also do you tow anything?


Chris
 
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