Cheap "Decent Shocks
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Sears is running a special on the Monroe Sensa-Trac LT/SUV shocks for about $25 apiece with lifetime warranty. Would these shocks suck considering I do 80% on-road, 10% gravel/dirt and 10% off-road driving?
Any other "under $40" shock recommendations? Thanks.
Scott
Any other "under $40" shock recommendations? Thanks.
Scott
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Tried those on my '89 a few years ago. Returned them the next day (never even got off the pavement!). Went with some I got from CarQuest (I think Heckethorn makes them). They're just as good as any others I found for less than $70 each (& 1/2 the price).
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Ranchos are alright, they are pretty stiff at high speeds (30mph+) with potholes and road bumps. But slower speeds they seem good. Haven't had trail experience with them, and I have a P/U, so your ride might be a little softer.
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I'm currently running the monroes, although I spent a good bit more than $25..maybe the 3rd gens are more $$ who knows?! Get 'em, they work great for me. The fronts have a bit more travel too.
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YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR!! Stop screwing around and get some shocks! I know some of us are restrained to a budget but I guarantee if you go cheap now you'll regret it later. Save your money and get some Bils or Edelbrocks or something equilvelent!
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can't go wrong with the Pro-Comp es 3000,10 stage velocity sensitive valving,self adjusting,5/8 chrome piston rod,twin wall bla,bla bla. I think all these big name offroad manufacturers have put alot of research into there shocks..for your money you probably can't go wrong with any of them
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KYB Gas shocks at Tire rack for about $32.00 ea.! Nothing fancy but they will last forever and a huge improvement over stock and the Monroes. They a a good inbetween between stock and Bils or Eldebrocks.
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