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Aftermarket shocks
'99 XLT 2WD. Primarily used in the city, BUT we go to the "Big Country" near Abilene,TX 2-3 times/month. We drive some pretty rough dirt roads, alot of washout. Looking for some shocks that give a good ride on the highway, but are good for offroad use as well. Appreciate any recommendations.
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I replaced the shocks on two of my Explorers with Bilsteins and I was very happy with them for all round capabilities, highway and limited off road. Others on this forum have recommended the Monroes, both the SensaTracs and Reflex, though I have no personal knowledge. Might want to try a search, this topic has been discussed a number of times.
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I have used Monroe SensaTrak on my previous two Explorers with no problems. Better ride than stock shocks. Bilsteins are good, but pricey. As Mason said do a search and see what best meets your needs.
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I put Bilsteins on a '99 Expedition I owned.
I found them to be great for handling but gave a hard ride which I wasn't happy about.
I'd probably go with KYB.
I found them to be great for handling but gave a hard ride which I wasn't happy about.
I'd probably go with KYB.
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Oh! you guys are sad, this is a truck not a limo, it will never be as smooth as a car.
The monroe sensatrack I put on have a lifetime warranty, change them out every 80k as recommended for $0.00
The monroe sensatrack I put on have a lifetime warranty, change them out every 80k as recommended for $0.00
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Originally Posted by aquanaut20
Oh! you guys are sad, this is a truck not a limo, it will never be as smooth as a car.
The monroe sensatrack I put on have a lifetime warranty, change them out every 80k as recommended for $0.00
The monroe sensatrack I put on have a lifetime warranty, change them out every 80k as recommended for $0.00
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