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Model: 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser Turbo
What is your driving style: Hard Performance Driver
Vehicle Setup: Front Wheel Drive
Suspension Type: Regular Shocks or Struts

Question: I am looking for the best performance shocks for my 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser Turbo.  I drive my 03 PT Cruiser Turbo hard but also use it as a daily driver, so I’m not looking for a lowering kit right now, but do want the best performance I can get.

Answer: If you drive your PT Cruiser aggressively, you have two great choices in the Bilstein Heavy Duty and Bilstein Sport shocks. The Heavy Duty will be a good daily driver shock and give you much better control and handling than stock while still maintaining a normal comfort level. The Sport is more of an all-out performance shock which will give you the best handling possible and is what Bilstein recommends either with stock shocks or to be used with sport springs if you plan to go that route in the future. You can see those

2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser Turbo Bilstein Heavy Duty Front Struts

2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser Turbo Bilstein Heavy Duty Rear Shocks

2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser Turbo Bilstein Sport Front Struts

2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser Turbo Bilstein Sport Rear Shocks

If you want the ultimate in handling upgrades, there is also a Bilstein PSS9 adjustable coilover suspension system available for the 2003 PT Cruiser

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Rear Air Suspension Conversion Kit for 1997-2002 Ford Expedition
Includes rear load leveling shocks for converting factory air leveling suspension to more dependable coil spring. Designed to convert the rear air springs on the 1997-2002 Ford Expedition 4WD.

Kit Includes:

2 Rear Coil Springs

4 Spring Isolators

2 Front Shocks

2 Rear Loadleveler Shocks

Installation Instructions

All Necessary Hardware

Kit is designed to replace the air suspension on the Expedition and includes shock absorbers for both front and rear.

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Model: 1995 Toyota Tacoma Tacoma 4×4, V-6, DLX
What is your driving style: Normal Driver
Vehicle Setup: 4 Wheel Drive
Suspension Type: two inch lift kit

Question: 2-door model, adding 2″ spacer in front and 2″ block in rear. Want something to handle some off-road conditions. Replacing original shocks and struts that have worked off-road.

Answer: We have KYB Monomax shocks, which are high pressure monotube units that will handle offroad conditions much better than your stock units because they are much harder to overheat and are valved for more extreme use.
You can see those here:
1995 Toyota Tacoma 4×4 Front Shock with 2 inch suspension lift

1995 Toyota Tacoma 4×4 Rear Shock with 2 inch suspension lift

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Model: 2003 Honda Odyssey
What is your driving style: Normal Driver
Vehicle Setup: Front Wheel Drive
Suspension Type: Regular Shocks or Struts

Question: Good morning, I need to replace the shocks and struts on my 2003 Honda Odyssey. The last time I did shocks and struts was on a Toyota Tundra. I went with a Bilstein monotube design. I couldn’t find a monotube design for the 2003 Honda Odyssey on your website (or anyone else’s for that matter). Can you tell me if I have the option to go with an upgraded shock/strut for this vehicle, and if no – would you recommend the KYB or Monroe? I see you carry both brands, but that they are the older twin tube design.

Answer: It looks like you’re right, I can’t find a monotube for the 2003 Odyssey. I would recommend the GR2 for you if you like the firmer, more controlled ride that the Bilsteins gave your truck. The KYB GR2s are typically valved stiffer than the OEM units or the Monroe Sensatracs, so you’ll get less body roll and a more controlled feel through bumps and corners.
You can see those here:
2003 Honda Odyssey KYB GR2 Front Right Strut
2003 Honda Odyssey KYB GR2 Front Left Strut

2003 Honda Odyssey KYB GR2 Rear Rear Shocks
All Shocks and Struts for the 2003 Honda Odyssey

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Model: 1988 Mercedes-Benz 109D
What is your driving style: Normal Driver
Vehicle Setup: Rear Wheel Drive
Suspension Type: Regular Shocks or Struts

Question: I have a 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190D and want replacement shocks

Answer: For the 1988 190D we have shocks from KYB and Bilstein. You can see those here:

KYB GR2 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190D Rear Shocks
KYB Gasajust 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190D Rear Shocks

Bilstein Light Duty 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190D Front Shocks
Bilstein Light Duty 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190D Rear Shocks

If you’re looking for a good shock that will give you a ride similar to the factory one, I would recommend the KYB Gasajust/ GR2 combination or the Bilstein Light Duty (the Bilsteins are more expensive, but better built, so if you’re planning to keep the car forever, I would recommend those. If you’re looking to improve your handling, there are also Bilstein Heavy Duty (moderate upgrade) and Sport (high performance) shocks.

Bilstein Heavy Duty 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190D Front Shocks
Bilstein Heavy Duty 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190D Rear Shocks

Bilstein Sport 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190D Front Shocks
Bilstein Sport 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190D Rear Shocks

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Make: Chevrolet
Model: 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Z71
What is your driving style: Normal Driver
Vehicle Setup: 4 Wheel Drive
Suspension Type: Regular Shocks or Struts

Question: Does the Z71 suspension require a special shock ?

Answer: The Z71 suspension uses high pressure monotube shocks from the factory, so we recommend replacing those with similar units so that your truck’s handling isn’t adversely affected by swapping out the shocks. We have a few great choices, all of which will perform as well or better than the factory shocks.
The KYB Monomax, Monroe Reflex Monotube and Bilstein Heavy Duty are all good choices for your Z71.

KYB Monomax Front Shock – 2004 Chevy Suburban Z71

KYB Monomax Rear Shock – 2004 Chevy Suburban Z71

Monroe Reflex Monotube Front Shock – 2004 Chevy Suburban Z71

Monroe Reflex Monotube Rear Shock – 2004 Chevy Suburban Z71

Bilstein Heavy Duty Front Shock – 2004 Chevy Suburban Z71

Bilstein Heavy Duty Rear Shock – 2004 Chevy Suburban Z71

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Model: 2002 Chevy Silverado 2500HD 6.6L diesel
What is your driving style: Normal Driver
Vehicle Setup: 4 Wheel Drive
Suspension Type: Regular Shocks or Struts

Additional Comments: I have a crew cab 2500HD 6.6L diesel
I would like the truck to handle better yet be able to tow a full load with trailer and snowplow. Also if you could suggest some adjustable performance shock as well. Thank you

Answer: For the load(s) I would recommend using Air Lift products 52212 Airlift Air Spring for 2002 Chevy Silverado 2500 for the front, and 52202 Airlift Air Spring for 2002 Chevy Silverado for the rear. These will allow you to keep the truck at the appropriate height whilst either towing a trailer in the rear, or using a snow plow up front.

The shocks I would recommend are the Bilstein Heavy Duty shocks, but if you’re looking for an adjustable shocks you can go with the Rancho RS9000X Series. Those shocks can be seen on our website by clicking on the link below.

2002 Chevy Silverado 2500 Air Springs and Shocks

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Model: 2001 Toyota Tacoma double cab 2 wheel drive Prerunner
What is your driving style: Normal Driver
Vehicle Setup: Rear Wheel Drive
Suspension Type: Raised Suspension or Suspension Lift Kit

Question: hey i was looking for coil over with a 2 an a half inch lift.. i know rancho has one and i think u carry them as well as Bilstein.. they are made for the front suspension on the tacoma..

Answer: We have leveling shocks both with and without springs for the Tacoma, The first type will be less expensive and allow you to reuse your factory spring or replace that with another spring down the road. There is an adjustable Biolstein unit that can give you between 0 and 2 inches of lift and a non height-adjustable Rancho that gives about 2 inches of lift. You can see those here:
Bilstein 5100 Series Ride Height Adjustable Shock for 2007 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner
Rancho Quick Lift for 2007 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner
There is also a Rancho Quick Lift available with a spring:
Rancho Quick Lift With SPring for 2007 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner

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Model: 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD
What is your driving style: Normal Driver
Vehicle Setup: 4 Wheel Drive
Suspension Type: Regular Shocks or Struts
Question: I have a 2003 Tahoe 4WD/4DR, and I plan to do a torsion key lift. I will have 0-3″ in the front, and 0-1″ in the rear. Which Bilstein 5100 series shocks do I need to do this?

Answer: We have a set of Bilstein 5100s designed for 0-2.5 inches of lift in the front and 0-1 in the rear, you can see those here:
2005 Chevy Tahoe 4×4 Bilstein 5100 Front Shock – 0-2.5 inches lift
2003 Chevy Tahoe 4×4 Bilstein 5100 Rear Shock – 0-1 inches lift

Tags: Bilstein, bilstein tahoe, bilstein5 100, chevy tahoe bilstein

Model: 2011 Ford F350
What is your driving style: Normal Driver
Vehicle Setup: Four Wheel Drive
Suspension Type: Standard Shocks

Question: Hi, I just bought a new 2011 Ford F350 and The stock shocks leave me floating all over the place.  Is there anything out yet that can replace these and give me a better ride?

Answer: I recommend the Bilstein Heavy Duty for your truck, these will give you better control than the stock units, especially when towing or hauling and driving on rough roads. You can see those here:
2011 Ford F350 4×4 Bilstein Heavy Duty Front Shocks
2011 Ford F350 4×4 Bilstein Heavy Duty Rear Shocks

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