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chris989 02-26-2026 05:33 PM

quad to dual from shocks
 
Hello all,

CHasing a bounce and just installed quad SX8000 Nitrogen shocks. Honestly they feel too much. I might try singles using the longer or maybe going back to hyd shocks.

the truck is 95% highway. camping, fishing skiing etc. No crazy offroad.

When swapping to singles in the front, did you;
Omit the short shock? if yes,
did you use a spacer in place of the shock?
did you move the long shock to that spot?
Did you remove the long shock?

THanks,
Chris

kwmech 03-06-2026 01:02 PM

Re: quad to dual from shocks
 
Factory single shock was the furthermost towards the rear. Change out to a shorter lower bolt

chris989 03-06-2026 02:48 PM

Re: quad to dual from shocks
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by kwmech (Post 9425321)
Factory single shock was the furthermost towards the rear. Change out to a shorter lower bolt

I am running that one now and it made a difference,, Quad nitrogen was to much for the highway i guess.

I did find out one of my Falkens is out of round. It is now my spare. I am a little disappointed in the tires..

New they road great, at 30k they feel off. Always rotated and balanced. Two tires have a split between the tread but since it is not to the metal belts, No warranty.

The most this truck has seen is Forest Service roads and kept in a climate controlled Garage.

Chris


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