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Old Jun 29, 2021 | 03:11 PM
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Replacement shocks

I’m needing new shocks for my 2011 F250 diesel. Looking for something that will give me a balance between smooth ride and hauling capacity. I use this truck as my daily drive, so would like as smooth a ride as possible without compromising my ability to tow a 10000# camper
 
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Old Jun 29, 2021 | 03:17 PM
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Bilsteins or a reactive shock. Get air bags for the rear to help with towing capacity and still retain a nice ride.
 
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Old Jun 29, 2021 | 05:31 PM
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Bilsteins or a reactive shock. Get air bags for the rear to help with towing capacity and still retain a nice ride.
^What he said^
 
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Old Jun 30, 2021 | 10:19 PM
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I'd recommend some nice Bilsteins 5100's.
Only a little more than their 4600's but much nicer finish on them for the elements.

Also as they mentioned before I just got air bags on my rig and the ride quality is amazing when towing compared to what it was before.
You don't really know what your missing till you get them. Zero sway with a load.

My local Les Schwab installed them for 750$ plus 100$ for spacers as I've got heavy springs.
 
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