Need new shocks for 87 4Runner
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Need new shocks for 87 4Runner
Just purchased a 1997 4Runner SR5 and I need new shocks. I have very little truck experience, what brand/type should I buy? Is it worth it to shell out for the highest grade or will low/medium grade work? I dont plan on using the truck for off roading, just need a smoother ride. I'm a poor college student so money is a factor.
Cheers,
Rick
Cheers,
Rick
Last edited by Baker586; 03-23-2008 at 10:20 AM.
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If you call procomp and talk to their tech guy they will tell you that their front shock for your application is a out of the box Monroe Shock and is nothing special. They don't even bother repainting them or putting a logo on it. The application guide shows they don't make much for stock 4runners. All procomp shocks are made by Monroe.
The upside is it is a cheap shock and probably works ok for what it is.
If your are on a budget and want something decent get a name brand but get something at a local store with a "lifetime warranty", because shocks don't last forever and its nice to get free ones every year or two.
For a stock replacement I like HD Bilsteins for a store bought shock, had them on 4 different vehicles. Get them at Autozone with a lifetime warranty. KYB's can be had at CSK. Not sure what KYB offers for 4runners though.
The upside is it is a cheap shock and probably works ok for what it is.
If your are on a budget and want something decent get a name brand but get something at a local store with a "lifetime warranty", because shocks don't last forever and its nice to get free ones every year or two.
For a stock replacement I like HD Bilsteins for a store bought shock, had them on 4 different vehicles. Get them at Autozone with a lifetime warranty. KYB's can be had at CSK. Not sure what KYB offers for 4runners though.
Last edited by Taro; 03-28-2008 at 02:20 PM.
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