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Old Jun 13, 2009 | 11:04 PM
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Here's a question for y'all,
Which brand of shocks would ya reccomend, I prefer Bilstein but it seems they do not have anything for the front of my truck.
 
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Old Jun 14, 2009 | 12:39 AM
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Depends on the purpose. Do you tow a lot? Or do you want a softer ride? Lifted? Dropped? All important questions when choosing a shock.

I personally prefer Rancho, Rough Country, Sky Jacker, or Monro towing shocks.
 
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Old Jun 14, 2009 | 01:02 AM
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Haha itis jsut a daily driver. I would like something to travel on gravel roads alot. something tha twill stand up on horrendous washboard.
 
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Damn, I keep double posting tonight...

I'd go with the rough country's. Less than the Rancho's, but same basic shock.
 
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Rough Country's? hm ill check them out
 
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Old Jun 14, 2009 | 01:22 AM
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So what have you heard of the Nitro 9000 Shocks?
 
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Old Jun 14, 2009 | 03:07 AM
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Those are the ones I'm going with when the time comes for shocks.

I think they are are a pretty good choice. They can take a beating, and they are meant for it. I'm pretty sure they are the same as the Rancho RS5000 shocks.

I'd say go for it, and let us know what you think.
 
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Old Jun 14, 2009 | 06:53 AM
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It depends on how will you use it...
 
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Old Jun 14, 2009 | 08:09 AM
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They don't make RS5000 for the front of your truck.

I went with the RS9000 during the 2-for-1 sale. Haven't installed them yet but had the 5000's on my Jeep and they made a noticeable difference in the ride so I'm sticking with a brand I have experience with.
 
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