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Model: 2004 Hummer H2

What is your driving style: Extreme Conditions

Vehicle Setup: 4 Wheel Drive

Suspension Type: Regular Shocks or Struts

Question: I’m shopping for shocks for a 2004 Hummer H2 that has been armored for use in Iraq, it has about 2,000 lbs of extra weight added and it will be used in some very harsh conditions

Answer: Your best bet will be the Bilstein 5100 series shocks built specifically for the Hummer H2.  Normally the Bilstein 5100 series offroad shocks are only available for lifted trucks, but for the H2, they are actually designed for stock height trucks.  These will give you the extra control you need with the heavy armor on the truck.

2004 Hummer H2 Bilstein 5100 Front Shock

2004 Hummer H2 Bilstein 5100 Rear Shock

Tags: h2 aftermarket shocks, h2 shocks, hummer, hummer h2 armored shocks

Model: 2005 Ford F150 XLT (SuperCab) 4×4

What is your driving style: Normal Driver

Vehicle Setup: 4 Wheel Drive

Suspension Type: Regular Shocks or Struts

Question: Truck has towing package.  I regularly tow a 27′ RV and occasionally haul firewood in the bed.  Looking for recommendation for a front strut (OEM struts have spring coils) and rear shock that best fits this need.  Only travel off-road occasionally.

Answer: We carry a variety of options for your application. I would prefer Bilstein Heavy Duty’s, as they will probably last the longest, and provide you the smoothest ride. You can see the options we have available on our website by clicking on the link below.

http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=results&selected_model=3997&selected_year=2005

Model: 1994 Ford F-250 4×4

What is your driving style: Normal Driver

Vehicle Setup: 4 wheel drive

Suspension Type: Suspension Lift

I have a 1994 Ford F-250 4WD, IFS, Supercab, Long Bed, 7.5L in a Bilstien. I plan a 4″ lift and this was perhaps recommended Bilstein 5100 shocks. What do you have?

Answer: We actually have Bilsteins designed specifically for your F250 with a 4″ suspension lift. You can see them here:
Front -
http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/product.cfm/id/15022/name/F4-BE5-6245-H5-Bilstein-5100-Offroad-Racing-Unit
Sleeve required for intallation of front shocks -
http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/product.cfm?id=234043

For the rear, you’ll need to find out if your suspension lift is 2 inches (a lot of suspension lifts are also designed to level the truck, so they will lift the front 4″ and the rear 2″ on a 4″ lift kit) or 4-6 inches.
Rear 2″ lift -
http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/product.cfm/id/15023/name/F4-BE5-6246-H6-Bilstein-5100-Offroad-Racing-Unit
Rear 4-6″ lift -
http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/product.cfm/id/15070/name/F4-BE5-6527-H6-Bilstein-5100-Offroad-Racing-Unit

Tags: 1994 f250 lift kit shocks, Bilstein 5100, F250, Ford

Question: I have an Airlift 1000 kit on my truck and I love it, but I was recently in an accident and one of the air springs was punctured.  My insurance won’t cover a replacement, do you carry them?

Answer: Yes, Airlift does sell replacement air springs for the Air lift 1000 kits, you’ll need to know the exact part number for the spring in order to buy the correct replacement.  If you don’t have the installation instructions or can’t read the part number on the air spring, give us a call and we should be able to find it out for you.

You can see some of the Airlift Replacement Airbags we carry here:

Airlift 1000 Replacement Air spring part # 60250

Airlift 1000 Replacement Air spring part # 60252

Airlift 1000 Replacement Airbag spring # 60255

Airlift 1000 Replacement Airbag spring # 60254

If you do not see your air spring listed, please call us at 1-800-245-7469, chances are we can get it.

Tags: Airlift, airlift 1000, airlift 1000 replacement air spring, airlift replacement spring

Model: 1970 Ford F-250
What is your driving style: Normal Driver
Vehicle Setup: Rear Wheel Drive
Suspension Type: Regular Shocks or Struts

Question: 1970, f250, camper special. lookin for a “stiffer” ride. been running the gas magnums for a while, kinda sloppy. is the kyb gas-a-just the way to go?truck is restored and is stock height. concerned the monomax may be too much.

Answer: The KYB’s are a great choice for stiffening the ride of your truck. Monroes do tend to be a bit sloppier in the way that the valving is setup in comparison to the KYB’s. Monroe uses a twin-tube design, which is great for OEM replacements, but KYB uses a mono-tube design for more control, better heat dissipation, and longer life.

1970 Ford F-250 Front Shocks – KYB Gasajust

1970 Ford F250 Rear Shocks – KYB Gasajust

Tags: 1970 ford f250 shocks, Ford, ford f250, kyb gasajust

Model: 2003 Toyota 4RUNNER
What is your driving style: Normal Driver
Vehicle Setup: Rear Wheel Drive
Suspension Type: Regular Shocks or Struts
Question: 2WD 4RUNNER,having vibration issues in front end, working my way through replacing parts such as bushings and struts. How do I know shock/strut needs replacing and what type/brand recommended for normal driving.

Answer: It’s best to change your shocks out every 50,000 miles or so, but there are a few ways to check yourself. If you press down on one corner of the vehicle and it takes a few movements (undulations) of the suspension before it comes to a rest, then you need new shocks. You can always take the vehicle in as well.

I would recommend Bilstein Heavy Duty shocks for everyday driving, highway driving, and even light off-roading/towing/hauling. These are direct bolt on, and provide exceptional control over stock equipment. You can see those at our website by clicking on the links below.

F4-BE5-C513-H0 – Fronts

F4-BE5-C514-H0 – Rears

Tags: 4 runner, 4runner, Toyota, toyota 4 runner, toyota 4runner

Model: 1998 Chevrolet Blazer

What is your driving style: Normal Driver

Vehicle Setup: 4 Wheel Drive

Suspension Type: Regular Shocks or Struts

Question: My S-10 Blazer is a 4-door LS model with the towing package.  It has the larger 4.3 V6. Even though it doesn’t have the ZR2 setup, I do want a good heavy duty type shock that would work well for towing.  Not just a fluffy stock shock.  Could you recommend the best model from either the Monroe, Bilstein or KYB lines that would work?  What would you consider to be the best shock out of them all? What would you buy for your own vehicle?  You guys deal in this stuff all of the time.  I figure that you know more about the differences.  Also, does a 98 Blazer have a stearing stabalizer shock on it?  Can I add one if it does not and will it make a difference or help? Thanks.

Answer: The best shock that we offer for your vehicle is the Heavy Duty shock from Bilstein. The next best choice would be the KYB Monomax, or the IAS Performer from Edelbrock. These are all monotube high pressure gas designs, and provide a much better ride over a stock shock. I would go with the Bilsteins because they are rated at 360 PSI which helps reduce aeration, and they’re valved to adjust to the ever-changing road conditions. You can see the options at our website by clicking on the link I have provided below.

http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=results&selected_model=3780&selected_year=1998

Tags: blazer performance shocks, chevy, chevy blazer

Model: 2006 Audi A4
Chassis Designation: Sedan
What is your driving style: Aggressive performance driver
Vehicle Setup: AWD
Suspension Type: Standard Suspension
Question: I’m looking for better performance for Autocrossing with my 2006 Audi A4 Quattro 4 cylinder, what would be the best set up?

Answer: The best suspension setup for a 2006 Audi A4 Quattro is the Bilstein PSS9 suspension kit, which is manually adjustable for ride height and dampening. You can see that here:
2006 Audi A4 Bilstein PSS9 Coilover Kit.

Tags: audi a4 coilover, COILOVER, PSS9

Model: 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe / Limited

Chassis Designation: SUV

What is your driving style: Offroad Driver

Vehicle Setup: 4×4

Suspension Type: Lifted Suspension

Question: I have a 4″ suspension lift on my 1991 Ford F150 4×4 with quad shocks and it has some crappy store brand shocks on it now.  My offroader friend says to get ANYTHING better than these, do you have anything for a 4″ lift and quad shocks

Answer: We carry Bilstein 5100 series shocks for a four inch lifted 91 F150 4wd with quad shocks, and these high pressure monotube Bilsteins will give you better handling both on and off road as well as taking a lot of abuse.  These will be a huge upgrade over the cheap shocks you have on now.

Front Primary Shock for 1991 Ford F150 4×4 with 4″ Lift and Quad Shocks – Bilstein 5100 Series

Front Auxiliary Shock for 1991 Ford F150 4×4 with 4″ Lift and Quad Shocks – Bilstein 5100 Series

Rear Shock for 1991 Ford F150 4×4 with 4″ Lift and Quad Shocks – Bilstein 5100 Series

Tags: f150, f150 quad shocks, f150 shocks, Lifted F150 shocks

Model: 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe / Limited
Chassis Designation: SUV
What is your driving style: Normal Driver
Vehicle Setup: All Wheel Drive
Suspension Type: Regular Shocks or Struts

Question: My 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe needs new struts for the front, is there anything available?

KYB has just released GR2 brand front struts for the 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.  These are designed to be direct OEM replacement struts and will restore your Santa Fe’s ride and handling to what it was from the factory.
Front Right – http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/product.cfm?id=891394
Front Left – http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/product.cfm?id=891397

Tags: Hyundai, hyundai santa fe