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Nov 3, 2006 | 10:15 AM

CHRISTIANMAN316

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Shock Questions

Alright I have ruled out the Rancho 5000's per your advice. I am deciding between Bilsteins($62 each) and KYB($43 each).
I have heard numerous reviews on Bilsteins. Everybody likes.
I have heard one or two comments on KYB--anybody else familiar with these?
I like the looks of the KYB(Red with black boot) better than Bilstein. Afterall my truck is Red. I would really appreciate any info you can share on KYB's!
Thanks
Steve

Nov 3, 2006 | 11:15 AM

krewat

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Consider the Rancho 9000x's too. They are adjustable.

More expensive than what you listed, more like $75 each or so, but well worth the tuneability.

Nov 3, 2006 | 11:32 AM

OffRoadBandit

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How about some resorvoir Pro-Comp Shock - $150. or MX-6 Those are nice and smooth.

Hey Krewat, do you know if the resorvoir shock are re-usable. (can you refill the gas shocks)

Nov 3, 2006 | 12:01 PM

CHRISTIANMAN316

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Thanks guys--any reviews on the KYB's??
PLEASE!!!!!!

Nov 3, 2006 | 01:42 PM

harald

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The Rancho RS9000 shocks have red boots. I have them on my truck, but primarily because I haul a large slide-in camper occasionally. For camper owners, I consider these shocks a must because they are adjustable. I can set the rears at max dampening when the camper is loaded to minimize the side to side sway and then set them softer for unloaded driving. It's the best of both worlds. If you aren't hauling a camper, I can't help with a recommendation.

Nov 3, 2006 | 02:41 PM

krewat

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Quote:

Originally Posted by OffRoadBandit

Hey Krewat, do you know if the resorvoir shock are re-usable. (can you refill the gas shocks)

No clue

I'm a moderator, not a know-it-all

Nov 3, 2006 | 02:50 PM

akford351

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I just installed some Bilsteins on my truck last night... ride is MUCH better!

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Nov 4, 2006 | 06:04 AM

Excelerater

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I have KYB's on my Silverado,made a great improvment and the ride was awsome you cant go wrong..I just wish they made tham for my 06F350 -

Nov 5, 2006 | 05:26 PM

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Ronin007

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Quote:

Originally Posted by CHRISTIANMAN316

Thanks guys--any reviews on the KYB's??
PLEASE!!!!!!

KYB's are oil shocks so per the other thread I referred you to in your last thread you know what that means.

And Art I thought you were "all knowing." Now I am disappointed!!!