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 shocks?
#1022055
03/02/11 09:56 PM
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Joined: Feb 2011
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I have to replace the shocks on my 89 LS 4 door.It will get light/moderate offroad duty but mostly highway driving.
anyone have any preference to brands are will the $20 shocks at autozone be fine?
Last edited by SledgeHammer; 03/02/11 09:57 PM.
1991 Montero RS 
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Re: shocks?
[Re: SledgeHammer]
#1022056
03/02/11 10:12 PM
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Joined: Nov 2003
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Unlike the Isuzu crowd, the KYB Gas-A-Just are popular choice on these trucks. Personally I ran with the Bilstein HDs on my 89 LS and had a great ride on and offroad.
I had Monroe Gas Matics on my 87 and although it was great onroad.. it was as if I had no shocks when I was offroad.
1999 Mitsu Montero - Crappy Weather
1992 Isuzu Pickup - Zombie Apocalypse
2008 Saturn Sky Redline - Nice Weather
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Re: shocks?
[Re: 87Montero]
#1022057
03/02/11 11:17 PM
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Joined: Feb 2000
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Roll Me Over
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I would recommend keeping away from the cheap autozombie shocks or any cheap twin tube type shock. You will do best with a high pressure gas monotube such as KYB gas-a-just or Bilstein.
99 Gen 2.5, fixing blown head gasket
89 SWB- 33's, ARB Front locker, SR rear locker/axle, SR F brakes, winch, WST Offroad Armor all Around, 2.85 Aussie T-case Gears (SOLD)
Sold: (2) 95 SR's, 86 SWB, 90LWB, 91 LWB
-Can Change a timing belt in my sleep..
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Re: shocks?
[Re: justice]
#1022058
03/02/11 11:22 PM
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Joined: Jan 2011
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Getting the Wheeling Fever
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And KYB Gas-A-Just's are on special at the tire rack for $36!
Oscar
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Re: shocks?
[Re: perucho]
#1022059
03/02/11 11:51 PM
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anyone ever use the Tokico Trek Masters? I have used Tokico on other cras etc and was pleased with them.
1991 Montero RS
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Re: shocks?
[Re: perucho]
#1022060
03/03/11 02:39 AM
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Gas-A-Justs for $36 is almost worth buying just to have on the shelf...
Big Truck: 00, 3.5, Endeavor, 5-Spd drive line in hand! Little Truck: 87, 2.6T I/C, MT, LSDs, Tonneau Top Her Truck: 03, 3.8, 20th Anniv, 65k Daughter's: 06 Eclipse, Keeping it Mitsu! FSMs: MitsubishiLinks.com
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Re: shocks?
[Re: perucho]
#1022061
03/03/11 03:41 AM
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Body Damage is Cool
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And KYB Gas-A-Just's are on special at the tire rack for $36! Any issues with the KYB's length and a 2" lift (OME rear springs)
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- '89 Raider: rescued
- '92 RS M/T: sold
- '93 SR: sent to crusher
- '05 Montero LTD: sold
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Re: shocks?
[Re: SledgeHammer]
#1022062
03/03/11 03:50 AM
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anyone ever use the Tokico Trek Masters? I have used Tokico on other cras etc and was pleased with them. John Baker used to recommend them, I have never tried them but would like to hear from someone who has.
99 Gen 2.5, fixing blown head gasket
89 SWB- 33's, ARB Front locker, SR rear locker/axle, SR F brakes, winch, WST Offroad Armor all Around, 2.85 Aussie T-case Gears (SOLD)
Sold: (2) 95 SR's, 86 SWB, 90LWB, 91 LWB
-Can Change a timing belt in my sleep..
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Re: shocks?
[Re: justice]
#1022063
03/03/11 04:12 AM
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Joined: Apr 2010
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Getting the Wheeling Fever
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If you're interested in replacing them with OEM check out: https://www.mitsubishiparts.com/oe_parts_catalog.htmlYou might as well go for a shock that has appropriate valving for your vehicle's weight. I think they are under $40.
'02 Montero: OME suspension, ARB front bumper, homemade skid plates & spare tire Blitz can mount, extended diff. breather, K&N air filter, Optima Yellow Top, BajaRack, IPF lights, Goodyear Duratrac 265/75/16's, RUD 4x4 Grip chains
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Re: shocks?
[Re: SledgeHammer]
#1022064
03/05/11 05:59 AM
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Joined: Apr 2004
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Roll Me Over
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go with the kybs... tirerack.com will give you the best price.
98' BBJ Grand Laredo 5.2 locked and loaded,.01' Gen III XLS. Frankenmonty lives on in another.
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