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Old 07-16-2011, 02:51 AM   #1
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best stock height shock

got my springs today. truck goes back to stock tomarrow. whats the best/smoothest riding/most durable shock i can buy. other than airbags. (not going that far just yet.) at a reasonable price. like $60 range per shock.
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Old 07-18-2011, 09:55 PM   #2
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Re: best stock height shock

I have had luck with the plane jane Gabriels at the parts stores
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Old 07-18-2011, 10:04 PM   #3
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kyb gas 2 shocks
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Old 07-18-2011, 10:51 PM   #4
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Tokico Gas Shocks (.com)....
I have used the Trekmaster R/T.

It uses 'damping curve flexibility'. ( I read my box)....

The shocks are lifetime. I have a second set. They said, "Come and get a new set- yours are over 140,000 miles old" . I did. I now have 364,000 miles and I might get new ones for the heck of it..

The shocks manage the big & little bumps very well. I love them!
A great ride.

This is my personal suggestion.. I just like them, and their customer service.
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Old 07-20-2011, 03:28 AM   #5
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Re: best stock height shock

OK thanks guys. got the rear back up 2" not sure if it needsd more, as I'm not sure of the original drop. I'll wash it and get some pics tomarrow.
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Old 07-20-2011, 11:06 AM   #6
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Re: best stock height shock

(Not trying to push Tokico shocks)

But I like them. They make shocks for lowered & raised suspensions, with the same performance as the OEM lengths.
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Old 07-21-2011, 08:05 PM   #7
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kyb gas 2 shocks
thats what I have on it. it was lowered with stock shocks. needless to say they are done.
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thats what I have on it. it was lowered with stock shocks. needless to say they are done.
You should call Tokico for advice. They could suggest what would work the best for your driving.
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Old 07-22-2011, 08:41 PM   #9
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for someone not pushing Tokico, you sure push FOR them alot. haha. yeah I'll give em a try I guess. gotta get some other stuff done first. brakes front end and now tranny work are first in line.
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