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Jan 1, 2003 | 12:23 AM

Quadiquizm

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Gabriel Shocks - Input required

Hi All,
I am looking for some input on some shocks. I need a new set for the front of my 1979 Ford F-150 2WD. It has about 150,000 K.M.'s on it.
I have been looking around and have come across Gabriel Red Ryder and Silver E shocks.
What can people tell me about these - any info appreciated as I am un-familiar with the brand. Information can be on good, bad or otherwise.

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Jan 1, 2003 | 04:03 PM

1984_355w

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Gabriel Shocks - Input required

I have Gabrial Gas Rider Light trucks with VST on my '84 and they are a pretty good shock. Don't ride to good but they keep the wheels planted the way I like them.

Jan 1, 2003 | 08:13 PM

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i have the same shocks as above in my 84 f-250. they do ride hard, you can feel alot of the road.

Jan 1, 2003 | 10:35 PM

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Gabriel Shocks - Input required

When I was searching for shocks I was told by many to stay away from the Gabriels. I chose rancho's RS 5000 for the cheap price and they have a good reputation. The Monroe Reflex (NOT the sensatrac) are also a good shock but are about twice the price as the ranchos. The sensetracs are good shocks too but too weak for trucks.

Primary rig is Green Thunder:
95' F-150 XLT 4x4, 302, 5 spd, MSD 6A, Flowmaster Exhaust, Sunroof, Clear corners w/ Diamond headlights, CD player with 2 10" subs and some 32" BFG Muds

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Jan 2, 2003 | 11:17 PM

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Sounds like Gabriels aren't a good choice. Any suggestions?

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Jan 3, 2003 | 12:17 PM

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>Sounds like Gabriels aren't a good choice. Any suggestions?
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>Keep it Rubber Side Down!

I suggest the RS 5000's from rancho if you're looking to spend about 35 dollars a shock. If you would want to pay 50-60, you can get the reflex from monroe but I don't think that they are worth the extra money over the ranchos. They are twice the price but certainly not x2's better.

Primary rig is Green Thunder:
95' F-150 XLT 4x4, 302, 5 spd, MSD 6A, Flowmaster Exhaust, Sunroof, Clear corners w/ Diamond headlights, CD player with 2 10" subs and some 32" BFG Muds

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Check out my Gallery for a look-see.

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Jan 3, 2003 | 04:24 PM

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Gabriel Shocks - Input required

I'm very happy with my Bilsteins, but they do ride a bit stiffly. They have nearly eliminated the tendency of the twin I-beam front axles to twitch sideways on big potholes, etc.