which shocks?
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which shocks?
my truck is in desperate need of new shocks. i was considering getting a dual shock hoop for the front shocks. would it be significantly smoother?
and what kind of shocks. i had the doetsch shocks on my wrangler and liked them but don't know how they'll do on a heavier rig? i was also looking at the pro comp 3000 and 9000s. or the rancho 5000. input on these would be great. oh... this is on a non lifted 4x4 f150.
keith
and what kind of shocks. i had the doetsch shocks on my wrangler and liked them but don't know how they'll do on a heavier rig? i was also looking at the pro comp 3000 and 9000s. or the rancho 5000. input on these would be great. oh... this is on a non lifted 4x4 f150.
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i serisouly doubt you need dual shocks up front. really the only guys that need those are the desert pre-runners that see some serious air time. in fact i have heard on numerous accounts that the dual setup actually canceled each other out and the ride was rougher than stock. you'd be surprised what a good set of yellow monroes from napa will do, esp on a stock truck
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Amen on the Monroe Gas Matics! I installed a set on my 95 GMC (had to replace them after installing the lift kit) Jimmy and was very happy with them. I also had a set on my 84 F150 when it was still stock and they held up very well. I now have BDS shocks on my F150 and I am happy with them so far. I have Heckethorn shocks on my Jimmy and they are okay, but I like the BDS better.
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No they wouldn't be better, but they would work pretty good. I have some on my truck, and they're holding up good.
Other than that, I wouldn't put the Rancho 5000s, they're over priced(paying for the name). Any nitrogen charged shock will work just as good as a 5000. I bought skyjacker nitros, which are same quality, but cheaper, but there are even cheaper good quality shocks(pro comp, ect...).
I was looking around on ebay the other day, and found a company selling 4 skjacker nitros for $130 with free shipping.
Also, 4 shocks up front isn't worth it, and like fish said, actually makes the ride worst.
Ok, I shut up now.
Other than that, I wouldn't put the Rancho 5000s, they're over priced(paying for the name). Any nitrogen charged shock will work just as good as a 5000. I bought skyjacker nitros, which are same quality, but cheaper, but there are even cheaper good quality shocks(pro comp, ect...).
I was looking around on ebay the other day, and found a company selling 4 skjacker nitros for $130 with free shipping.
Also, 4 shocks up front isn't worth it, and like fish said, actually makes the ride worst.
Ok, I shut up now.
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ive always ran the procomp es 9000's and i love them, rides like a dream, there a bit pricy compared to the monroes. i wouldn't worry about making it dual shocks setup with a stock lift, besides, it doesn't make that much of a difference, ive always ran the single es9000's and my dad has the dual es9000's, and his truck just rides a little rougher than mine.
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not to hijack the thread or anything and i am sure i have mentioned this before, but i grew up in alpharetta, what part are you from?
you needa come down and hang out with me and kubota! if nothing else come share a beer or 2
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you needa come down and hang out with me and kubota! if nothing else come share a beer or 2
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Fishy:
Do we have to be from Alpharetta to go over and have a beer with you and KO? I have already had a bad week, and it is only Monday. I could use an excuse to load up the truck on the trailer, and head out for a road trip. Especially if there is a dirt / muddy / rocky / or sandy road at the end. Oh yeah, and a beer! Or two,,,Or threeeeee.
Also, my apologies for the participation in the thread hijack....
Do we have to be from Alpharetta to go over and have a beer with you and KO? I have already had a bad week, and it is only Monday. I could use an excuse to load up the truck on the trailer, and head out for a road trip. Especially if there is a dirt / muddy / rocky / or sandy road at the end. Oh yeah, and a beer! Or two,,,Or threeeeee.
Also, my apologies for the participation in the thread hijack....
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I hear ya there! Ecxept it is mandatory that we have at least a few before we even think about makin a hole (out here).
I think I will go out and find something to do on the truck. I always have someting around here that needs some fixin, or at least changin. I guess it would have to be broke to need to be fixed. Maybe, I will have a few 'coldies' around here and take a raincheck with you and KO. But know that if I have another day like today, I just might end up out there lookin for you guys. Guess we should give the thread back huh?
I think I will go out and find something to do on the truck. I always have someting around here that needs some fixin, or at least changin. I guess it would have to be broke to need to be fixed. Maybe, I will have a few 'coldies' around here and take a raincheck with you and KO. But know that if I have another day like today, I just might end up out there lookin for you guys. Guess we should give the thread back huh?
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i live off kimball bridge rd. not far from northpoint mall. the area has changed a rediculous amount in the last couple months. you're up by tellico... right. me and jeep buddy will be making trips up to N. Ga and into the blue ridge mountains over the summer for some trail ridding. you're not far from there. my aunt and uncle live in murphy, NC. i wouldn't miss and opportunity to meet up with ya'll.
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Originally Posted by quadzjr
ive always ran the procomp es 9000's and i love them, rides like a dream, there a bit pricy compared to the monroes. i wouldn't worry about making it dual shocks setup with a stock lift, besides, it doesn't make that much of a difference, ive always ran the single es9000's and my dad has the dual es9000's, and his truck just rides a little rougher than mine.
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Originally Posted by kjg26
i live off kimball bridge rd. not far from northpoint mall. the area has changed a rediculous amount in the last couple months. you're up by tellico... right. me and jeep buddy will be making trips up to N. Ga and into the blue ridge mountains over the summer for some trail ridding. you're not far from there. my aunt and uncle live in murphy, NC. i wouldn't miss and opportunity to meet up with ya'll.
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