Bumpy Ride...Need Help

[djo652]

Hey guys,

I've been experiencing a very bumpy ride lately. I'm feeling every little pothole and even manhole cover. I don't mind a good bump when I do some off-roading (which isn't' very often), but when I'm on the street, I like a nice, comfortable ride. I need new shocks all around which I'm sure would help, but is there any particular brand or type that will give me the smoothest ride? Is there a good website to go to for them? Also, is there anything else I can do besides replace the shocks that would help? Anyone's input is appreciated!!!

Thanks,

Dave

 

[JohnnyU]

Bilsteins.

 

[djo652]

Thanks ! I looked up Bilsteins and they look pretty good. I honestly don't mind paying a little more for a comfortable ride but these shocks appear to be more for off-roading than for regular street riding...although I could be wayyy off on this point. I was also looking at KYB and Monroe shocks (approx. $20-$40 per shock). How are these shocks for a decent street ride? Again, I'm doing little to no off-roading. Are Bilsteins worth the extra $$$ for the comfort ride or should I just go with the KYBs/Monroes and save the $$$?

Your thoughts??????

 

[4x4junkie]

KYBs are pretty decent... Monroes I wouldn't bother with.

Bilstein is worth every penny though.

 

[canyoncritter]

billstiens are worth ever penny, they are not a harsh ridiing shock at all.and soak up bumps very nice.

they are "firm" in a good control way, but soft enuff they wont rattle your teeth.but not so soft you will feel like your in a boat...

they are also a mono tube high pressure shock, so they dont have that "Dead" spot in them like some of the other shock brands that are pure hydrolic.

 

[NorCalBronco]

What ever you do DON'T get gabriel ultras... picked some up last year at autozone... worst shocks ever. I mise well have welded a rod in between the shock mounts. Even with a large amount of weight in the bed, camper shell and lumber racks towing a trailer they still ride like shit. Shoulda got bilsteins...

 

[dirtsquirt]

shocks dampen the spring effect,