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Question:
I have a 2000 Tundra limited extended cab 4×4 (V8). I carry a pop up camper, 900lbs. Stock wheels and shocks , I have air bags in the rear and was looking for something to even out the rake ( lift the front ) I have heard good and bad regarding spacers and thought […]

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Question: I have a Skyjacker 3″ lift on a 2000 Jeep Cherokee XJ, 4 dr, 6cyl
… the shocks are worn out and would like a smooth riding shock for the
city (pot holes are larger than the tree’s i driver over offroad).  the
Rancho RS5000 shock has great reviews, need to look into how […]

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Question
Tohinking about purchasing a set of bilstein shocks for my  1996
ford explorer.
the bilsteins are strong enough to withstand stone damage aren’t they?
a couple of “pro rancho” people have tried to scare my away from
bilstein because they are ” mono tube construction” and rekon cause
there mono tubes the first stone that hits […]

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Question 
I have a 1998 ES300 lexus. My front end has a pounding and
squeaking noise while driving. I was told that my struts are no good. I need
struts for the front. What brand do you reccomend? I heard KYB are good.Do
you recommend buying the upper strut mounts as well as the struts? Would […]

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Question
Van converted to 4wd with 4″ lift.  Used as a high-performance
motorhome carrying near full load both on and off hiway. Would like
adjustable shock due to varying load and performance demands (eg good hiway
ride vs heavy duty off road conditions).  For rear: 10mm stem on top.  12mm
loop hole on bottom.  16.75 to […]

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Question
I want to upgrade my standard shocks for a 2008 E450 Class C
What would you recommend? Monroe?, Bilstein?
Can I get away with just the rear or should I replace all 4??
My goal is to decrease any sway or rock and roll from wind and passing
trucks
Answer
The Bilsteins are the way to go.
They are a high pressure […]

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Edelbrock has just released shocks for the 2007-2008 Jeep RK.  Here are some of the features:
Features Include:
Patented IAS valve for superior ride and handling
High-quality mono-tube construction
Powder coated Red finish
Precision tuned for Jeep JK 2-door applications
High-quality dust boot included
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Applications: #33418 (front) and #34418 (rear)
Retail Price: $84.87

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