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Duncan Sterling
04-24-2007, 08:49
Greetings.

I'm pulling a #6000 boat with my '91 R2500, and the stock/cheap shocks aren't working out. So far it looks like good high performance gas shock options are:

1) Bilstein

2) KYB

3) Edelbrock

I need good control and response, hopefully without riding completely like a brick, but good towing performance is more important than a comfortable ride.

Any suggestions/experiences/recommendations greatly appreciated.
DmaxMaverick
04-24-2007, 11:01
Bilstein. Without a doubt.
DennisG01
04-24-2007, 16:18
Bilstein. Bilstein. Bilstein.

Hey, maybe Bilstein would be a good idea? :rolleyes:
Stlheadake
04-24-2007, 18:57
I would suggest Bilsteins. Worth every penny!
Duncan Sterling
04-30-2007, 07:23
I would suggest Bilsteins. Worth every penny!

OK guys, I've bought a set, just need to find the time to put 'em in.

Thanks!
cshade
05-07-2007, 22:47
well...how are they?

I'm towing a 4000lb boat and am also looking to take the sponge out of the ride.
Kennedy
05-08-2007, 07:41
Bilsteins get my vote too.
cshade
05-11-2007, 02:29
just installed pro comp es9000s on the rear. Fronts are on backorder and I couldn't wait. Will update on these 36 dollar beauties after the test run :D
cshade
05-14-2007, 22:08
Installed the front shocks today. wow. what a difference! (of course anything has to be better than the oems with 130k on them) Compression dampening is firm, perfect for my preference. However, I would prefer a little more rebound dampening as my 8700lb tank rolls down the highway. Steering stabilizer and front shock installation was a snap, but pro-comp supplied some pretty crappy adaptor bars for the rear that had to be ground out a touch to fit correctly. The shocks minimized a vibration i have at 35, but didn't cut it out alltogether...still trying to figure that one out.

All in all, I give them an 8.5-9 out of 10!

Anyone else care to sound off on their shocks?
cshade
09-16-2007, 18:46
the vibration left with a new set of tires...
Duncan Sterling
11-15-2007, 10:07
well...how are they?

I'm towing a 4000lb boat and am also looking to take the sponge out of the ride.

Sorry about the waaaay slow response--haven't had time for the board since May(!) between work and a bottomless pit of a boat project.

Bilsteins are excellent, and have made a huge difference, especially in towing my #6000+ boat and trailer.

Now, I just need to find a competent alignment shop that can set my front end up right; the steering (towing or not) is very twitchy on the truck. Thinking a rear sway bar may help too, but I need to figure out what will fit over my Banks exhaust.

--Duncan