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Old Jul 24, 2012 | 08:53 PM
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advice on new shocks

Ok so Im almost at the point were im going to blow a few hundred on shocks. I dont know what to get.

I have a 1992 toyota v6 automatic with the IFS

I installed the balljoint spacers and thinking about increasing the length of the rear shackles.

I want to get the Pro Comp shocks.

I havent done anything with the location of the bump stops but I dont have a problem relocating them if It means having a better shock for the future or whatever might come along.

So what shocks do I need to were I can crank the torsion bars and to relax them aswell? Im a but confused please help dont wanna waste my money.
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Old Jul 25, 2012 | 06:05 AM
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The best shocks I've used are Bilstein BY FAR.

I've heard Old Man Emu makes great shocks, but have no experience with them.
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Old Jul 25, 2012 | 08:49 AM
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Bilsteins get my vote.
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Old Jul 25, 2012 | 08:56 AM
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ok but i mean what length shock? I dont mind if I have to relocate the bump stop I just want something that isnt to short so I can crank the torsion bars fully and isnt to long so I can relax them aswell.

Also I would like to put some longer shackles in the rear and maybe a lift leaf also.
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Old Jul 25, 2012 | 09:00 AM
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i think 0 - 2" you can use the HD version, yellow color.

if you have a lift 3" or more go with the 51xx series.

really, you should search as i don't really know

joel
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Old Jul 25, 2012 | 05:55 PM
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OME and bilsteins are both really good. Can't complain about either of them. Bilsteins can be purchased for less. I would have to check my receipts but I am fairly sure I paid 252 for all four bilsteins and that included shipping.
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Old Jul 25, 2012 | 06:53 PM
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Here in canada they want 100 a peace with 5 dollers shipping each shock. I think that was for the 3 inch lift or more though.

Should I just get stock length shocks or should I get the 3 inch shocks?
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