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Monroe Reflex
46.15%
Monroe SensaTracs
7.69%
Monroe-matic Plus
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0%
Gabriel Ultra
7.69%
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Old Oct 13, 2007 | 11:11 AM
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From someone who used to work for a place that sells Monroe and has tried them out on various vehicles, The Reflexes are good shocks but are (IMHO) a bit on the stiff side. They are geared for tighter and more precise handling in SUVs and Light Trucks.

The sensa-tracs are a lot softer and are made for a smoother ride, but don't handle as nicely as the reflexes. Personally, I run the heavier duty Monroe gas charged that are geared for towing in the back of my Ram and really like them, however they are a bit on the stiffer side too. The front I haven't switched over from stock yet.

Out of the options listed, If you're looking for a nicer ride I'd lean toward the sensa-tracs.
 
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Old Oct 13, 2007 | 11:46 AM
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I've got the SkyJacker hydro 7000's on mile and really like them good ride and handling. very little body roll. about $42.00 each.
 
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Old Oct 15, 2007 | 11:56 PM
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Just to finish this and for FYI : the Monroe Reflexes are what I had on there and am taking off. I am going to try the Sens-tracs and see what they feel like. Like I said, with Monroe shocks : you have 90 days to decide. You can return them anytime within 30 days and get your money back.
 
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Old Oct 16, 2007 | 01:34 AM
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WellI deal with shocks all day everyday and there are none better than Bilstein.
 
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Old Oct 16, 2007 | 05:31 AM
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edelbrock IAS performers or Bilstein 5100's... have had them both and love them...
 
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Old Oct 16, 2007 | 10:15 AM
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I prefer the Rancho RS9000X's or RS9000XL's. I have the XL's now, and really like them. Otherwise, i've never heard a bad thing about Bilsteins other then the price. If I had to choose between the two Monroes you mentioned, I'd go with the Reflex. I have never liked a soft shock on trucks that are this heavy (escpecially if you like to haul loads or tow).
 
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