05' Dakota - Front Shock/Strut Assembly
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05' Dakota - Front Shock/Strut Assembly
Hey all,
The shocks in the front have finally worn out! Shops asking for a grand to replace the front end. (No way)
I've been researching online that you can buy a full assembly. (Shock / Spring install) I've heard this is fairly easy to install as a full assembly. But I'm having difficulties telling the difference of what would be better.
I do casual off road driving, nothing crazy. Mainly to get out to the lakes.
I've found 3 assemblies that appear to be compatible with my Dakota.
https://www.autozone.com/suspension-...front/765849_0
https://www.autozone.com/suspension-...4_122078_2888#
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/s...e/model/dakota
Truck Specs
2005 Dodge Dakota SLT Quad Cab
4.7L Magnum V8
4WD , 3.92 Axle Ratio
No lift kits, all standard.
Let me know what you all think, thank you!!
The shocks in the front have finally worn out! Shops asking for a grand to replace the front end. (No way)
I've been researching online that you can buy a full assembly. (Shock / Spring install) I've heard this is fairly easy to install as a full assembly. But I'm having difficulties telling the difference of what would be better.
I do casual off road driving, nothing crazy. Mainly to get out to the lakes.
I've found 3 assemblies that appear to be compatible with my Dakota.
https://www.autozone.com/suspension-...front/765849_0
https://www.autozone.com/suspension-...4_122078_2888#
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/s...e/model/dakota
Truck Specs
2005 Dodge Dakota SLT Quad Cab
4.7L Magnum V8
4WD , 3.92 Axle Ratio
No lift kits, all standard.
Let me know what you all think, thank you!!
Last edited by Typheous890; 03-26-2019 at 06:37 PM. Reason: Added Truck Specs
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Hey there,
Thanks! I found them on Amazon! Have you used these before? I'm hoping they're a good pick for light off roading.
I added the link in case you wanted to see >>
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...=ATVPDKIKX0DER
Thanks! I found them on Amazon! Have you used these before? I'm hoping they're a good pick for light off roading.
I added the link in case you wanted to see >>
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...=ATVPDKIKX0DER
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say Dakotaff, just curious what spring and strut mount did you use for your rancho struts. I myself used moog springs and mount. Not entirely happy with the spring though. I tried to match it with a rancho spring but couldn't get any specs from Rancho themselves nor did their tech service return any emails or phone calls.
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say Dakotaff, just curious what spring and strut mount did you use for your rancho struts. I myself used moog springs and mount. Not entirely happy with the spring though. I tried to match it with a rancho spring but couldn't get any specs from Rancho themselves nor did their tech service return any emails or phone calls.
I figured let him have all the fun.
He took all day, I picked up my truck later than they usually close, so I'm sure it did not go too smooth.
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Yeah I read about the lower shock bolt. That's why I'm waiting for a day off instead of an on-call day. It already looks like I'm gunna get called in this weekend anyway. I got new Moog bolts and bushings, so I figure I'll let the 5lb dead-blow do the talking
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Oh yeah, that was fun. Those lower strut bushings are absolutely a headache and a half. Had to use a reciprocating saw to take the forks off the bottom, then used a ball joint press to push the bolts out the back, and the bushing out the front. Ate up most of my day, though I did have to wait for the plumber for a good chunk of the morning, and can't hear him from my shop.
Rear shocks and sway bar links done, front shock/strut/bushing and sway bar links, total time was about 8 hours. Rears were a walk in the park by comparison.
Had to put the tools away because the gf works early tomorrow. Just torque-ing and a test ride, and she's done!
Mmmmmm fresh parts
Rear shocks and sway bar links done, front shock/strut/bushing and sway bar links, total time was about 8 hours. Rears were a walk in the park by comparison.
Had to put the tools away because the gf works early tomorrow. Just torque-ing and a test ride, and she's done!
Mmmmmm fresh parts
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I'm next
Oh yeah, that was fun. Those lower strut bushings are absolutely a headache and a half. Had to use a reciprocating saw to take the forks off the bottom, then used a ball joint press to push the bolts out the back, and the bushing out the front. Ate up most of my day, though I did have to wait for the plumber for a good chunk of the morning, and can't hear him from my shop.
Rear shocks and sway bar links done, front shock/strut/bushing and sway bar links, total time was about 8 hours. Rears were a walk in the park by comparison.
Had to put the tools away because the gf works early tomorrow. Just torque-ing and a test ride, and she's done!
Mmmmmm fresh parts
Rear shocks and sway bar links done, front shock/strut/bushing and sway bar links, total time was about 8 hours. Rears were a walk in the park by comparison.
Had to put the tools away because the gf works early tomorrow. Just torque-ing and a test ride, and she's done!
Mmmmmm fresh parts