Regarding Shocks
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I changed my shocks on my 95 mazda b2300 2wd a couple of years ago with the cheap monroe light truck gas matics (yellow ones) from advance auto and they ride very nice to be so cheap. Around $20 a piece if I remember correctly.
If you are looking for performance shocks, the kyb's are pretty nice. I had some on my 87 mustang.
If you are looking for performance shocks, the kyb's are pretty nice. I had some on my 87 mustang.
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From: ventura, CA
Originally Posted by reddog99
KYB's are very good shocks. I think that their valving is a bit on the sporty side though. Should translate into better handling.
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I have KYB Monomax shocks on my 93 Ranger 4x4. They put the "shock" in shock. LOL.
Very stiff. Handles well on smooth, curvy roads though. You can feel every pebble on dirt roads and every crack in the highway.
Here are some pics: http://groups.msn.com/400EXWorld/93rangerpics.msnw
Very stiff. Handles well on smooth, curvy roads though. You can feel every pebble on dirt roads and every crack in the highway.
Here are some pics: http://groups.msn.com/400EXWorld/93rangerpics.msnw
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I just found www.shockwarehouse.com on the web. They have Bilsteins for a good price (~$60/ea with free shipping). Just a few dollars more than KYB Monomax.
From other threads, Bilsteins are highly recommended, even over KYB's.
Anyone have any reason not to get Bilsteins?
I'm not looking for off road performance. I've just got a 93' 2WD ranger XLT with original rear shocks, and dead KYB GR2's in the front. I know a pickup truck won't drive like a car, but I'd like it to drive more car like (as in sports car stiff - much less wallowy on the freeway).
TIA,
Dave
From other threads, Bilsteins are highly recommended, even over KYB's.
Anyone have any reason not to get Bilsteins?
I'm not looking for off road performance. I've just got a 93' 2WD ranger XLT with original rear shocks, and dead KYB GR2's in the front. I know a pickup truck won't drive like a car, but I'd like it to drive more car like (as in sports car stiff - much less wallowy on the freeway).
TIA,
Dave
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Honestly i run rancho adjustable air shocks but that can be a lil out of some peoples price range. but right now summit is running a really good deal Edlbrock IAS twin tube shock that come with poly bushing and a boot. they are well built this i know for sure and the fact that the price drop is from $49 a shock to $19 makes it a deal not to pass up. i left the link here for you just i f you want to look. !SHOCKS!
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From: ventura, CA
Originally Posted by devilsword
oh the product number is EDL-20171 if you have a problem with the link
Summit's pricing on the KYB Monomax is better than the shockwarehouse place I found before.
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From: Centerton, AR