Noob and Shocks

[kossdust]

Ok I think it is time to replace the shocks on my

98 Mazda b2500 with 171,000 miles

I just want stock or close to stock as it is a daily driver and I do not want to spend a lot of money.

Walt else should I look at replacing while I am doing the shocks?
What kind of tools will I need besides normal wrenches and what not? Spring compressor?

I have been trying to read up as much as I can on this so please feel free to point me to other threads or articles on this.

 

[fordboi415]

Monroe and KYB offer oem replacement and you won't need any special tools, you don't need a spring compressor when changing shock

 

[kossdust]

Monroe and KYB offer oem replacement and you won't need any special tools, you don't need a spring compressor when changing shock

Should I spend the money for bilstein shocks? How are shocks sold individual or as a set? I figure individual but wanted to make sure

Are the front and back the same shock? or are they different?

 

[Daniel_187]

SHOCKWAREHOUSE.COM is where I got my bilstens free shipping and great prices too.

 

[kossdust]

Thanks for the info guys found want I wanted KYB ad jegs.com for a good sale price