ShockWareHouse.com : Blog » Struts http://blog.shockwarehouse.com A factory distributor for KYB, Bilstein, Edelbrock, Monroe and Rancho shocks since 1988. Fri, 23 Jul 2010 23:11:12 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Performance Shocks and Struts for a 2005 Mazda 3 http://blog.shockwarehouse.com/2010/07/performance-shocks-and-struts-for-a-2005-mazda-3/ http://blog.shockwarehouse.com/2010/07/performance-shocks-and-struts-for-a-2005-mazda-3/#comments Fri, 02 Jul 2010 21:49:49 +0000 ross http://blog.shockwarehouse.com/?p=518 Model: 2005 Mazda 3

What is your driving style: Aggressive driver

Suspension Type: Regular Shocks or Struts

Question: I want to get better handling for my 2005 Mazda 3, but don’t want to spend the big bucks on a coilover kit.  What shocks would give me better handling without costing $2,000 plus installation?

Answer: The best choice for shocks to improve the handling of a 2005 Mazda 3 are the Bilstein Sport shocks and struts, which are high pressure monotube shocks that are specifically valved for handling performance on the Mazda 3.

2005 Mazda 3 Front Left Front Strut – Bilstein Sport

2005 Mazda 3 Front Right Front Strut – Bilstein Sport

2005 Mazda 3 Rear Shocks (order two) – Bilstein Sport

]]> http://blog.shockwarehouse.com/2010/07/performance-shocks-and-struts-for-a-2005-mazda-3/feed/ 0 2006 Ford Focus OEM Replacement Shocks and Struts http://blog.shockwarehouse.com/2010/02/2006-ford-focus-oem-replacement-shocks-and-struts/ http://blog.shockwarehouse.com/2010/02/2006-ford-focus-oem-replacement-shocks-and-struts/#comments Mon, 22 Feb 2010 21:54:00 +0000 ross http://blog.shockwarehouse.com/?p=236 Make: Ford
Model: Focus
Year: 2006
What is your driving style: Normal Driver
Vehicle Setup: Front Wheel Drive
Suspension Type: Regular Shocks or Struts

Question:

One of the front struts on my 06 Focus is leaking, and I want to replace all of my shocks and struts at once.  Do you have any aftermarket shocks that will fit my car? I’m not looking to turn it into a racecar, just want a good safe replacement shock and strut.

Answer:

We have Monroe Sensatrac shocks and struts built for your Focus, they are good quality twin-tube units like the ones that came with your car from the factory.  You can see those here:

2006 Ford Focus Left Front Strut

2006 Ford Focus Right Front Strut

2006 Ford Focus Rear Shocks

You may also want to replace your factory upper strut mounts while you have the strut and spring off of the car, you can see those here:

2006 Ford Focus Front Strut Mounts

]]> http://blog.shockwarehouse.com/2010/02/2006-ford-focus-oem-replacement-shocks-and-struts/feed/ 0 Oil Prices Drive Need for Better Shocks http://blog.shockwarehouse.com/2008/06/oil-prices-drive-need-for-better-shocks/ http://blog.shockwarehouse.com/2008/06/oil-prices-drive-need-for-better-shocks/#comments Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:28:08 +0000 tom http://blog.shockwarehouse.com/2008/06/30/oil-prices-drive-need-for-better-shocks/ The AP just ran a story that in the NY area they have found that rising oil prices are making road repairs more expensive. Since asphalt is made from an oil based binder of stones and other materials, the price to repair roads has gone way up, like 40% since last year. And as this article shows, with our roads getting less repairs, the condition of your shock absorbers becomes more important if you want a nice ride to work.

If these issues are showing up in discussions in the NY area, you can bet they will be showing up in towns and cities across the country. With the current economic situation fewer people are looking to research and buy a new car, repairs of existing cars and trucks are looking alot more cost effective. Be sure to check out our full line of replacement shocks and struts to keep you riding smoother during harder times.

See the full story here:

http://www.philly.com/philly/wires/ap/news/state/new_jersey/22697474.html

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In our opinion, monotube high pressure gas units offer the best dampening power, performance, and handling.

This does not mean you always need performance. For average driving, a twin tube low pressure unit is still a good choice.

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