shcks

[remi]

i have a 4 inch lift what are the best budget shocks to throw in the old girl

[PToombs]

Bilsteins are real good. Not really cheap, but the price is reasonable for what you get.

[CumminsPower59]

^ X2.

[remi]

you got any part numbers

[CumminsPower59]

I could't find anything while doing a quick search, but if you call them with the measurements from your old shocks (collapsed and extended lengths) they could probably find something that will work, if not, you could go with some Skyjackers or something like that, and they are on sale at 4wheel parts right now, about $35-$40 a piece...

[bmoeller]

http://4wheelonline.com/Rancho_RS5000_S ... 50442.1354

Buy 4 Rancho 5000 shocks, $50 rebate. 'Bout $110 shipped! Got a set for the '92 from them over the winter. Shipped quick! Gonna get a set for the '93 from them shortly. They are the 1st time I've had Ranchos. Working well so far.

Bilstien makes GREAT shocks as well. But, as mentioned, they cost a little.

[james1]

http://4wheelonline.com/Rancho_RS5000_Shocks.150442.1354

Buy 4 Rancho 5000 shocks, $50 rebate. 'Bout $110 shipped! Got a set for the '92 from them over the winter. Shipped quick! Gonna get a set for the '93 from them shortly. They are the 1st time I've had Ranchos. Working well so far.

Bilstien makes GREAT shocks as well. But, as mentioned, they cost a little.

I agree on the Ranchos. Bilsteins are monotubes, which is clearly superior technology (compared to the twin-tube Ranchos), but they add a certain amount of stiffness. Monotubes are great for racing applications but my truck already rides like a hay wagon. If I had it to do over I would buy the adjustable Ranchos and avoid the monotubes -- saving myself $$ as well. Another good shock is KYB (Kayaba); they make both monotubes and twin-tubes to fit a First Gen.

[scottdevall@yahoo.com]

i think bilstien are the best bang for your buck and as far as i now the bilstiens have a life time warantay

[james1]

Bilstien makes GREAT shocks as well. But, as mentioned, they cost a little.

I think Bilstein are the best bang for your buck and as far as I know the Bilsteins have a lifetime warantay

I agree with all of the above -- but be warned, the Bilsteins will stiffen your ride.

[Fred_M1010]

I didn't notice any stiffening with the Bilsteins.
In theory I looks like they could add some to the spring-rate, but I don't think they actually do.
Or not so much so it makes any difference.
My ride felt softer with them compared to my old skyjackers, but it's probably since they control the rebound better.