Truck needs new shocks.

[rogerk]

What kind of shocks do you guys use on your trucks? I have a Dodge Ram 1500 that needs new shocks. It looks like a simple job to do with a floor jack and some sockets, but I could be wrong. Do you recommend having it done by a mechanic? What should I expect to pay for some mid-grade shocks, labor and parts if I go somewhere to get it done? I dont want to get screwed like I did at Just Brakes about 10 years ago. $450.00 for a "brake job" on a POS Toyota with 200K miles on it. Man Im still sore from that reaming. :eek: Trying to avoid another reaming from a shock mechanic. :D Oh, and what about buying my own shocks and just having a mechanic putting them on for me?

[hangingduc]

do a google search for the eldebrock IAS shocks. supposed to be really good shocks. everyone ive talked to had nothing but good things to say about them.

[Shophound]

do a google search for the eldebrock IAS shocks. supposed to be really good shocks. everyone ive talked to had nothing but good things to say about them.

Man, you stole my thunder! I have Edelbrock IAS shocks on my pickup. They've been there since '99 and they're still going strong. Improved the ride and drive of the truck over the factory stockers. Someone might ask how I can say a shock absorber is good after eight years...I don't drive a whole lot. :D

Roger, replacing shocks is not that hard. I put the Edelbrocks in myself. It's kind of messy, but it's not brain surgery. You just lift the truck and safely support it (away from the wheel you are working on) and, if it's like my truck, the shock slides out the bottom of the coil springs in front...the leaf springs in back are cake. I did mine on a Saturday afternoon.

[smokin68]

I bought my own and had them installed by the local tire shop.....he said it wasn't a fun job, bolts are tight against the bed. Wasn't worth the 65 bucks for me to do it....let him have at it.;)

[slice]

Bilsteins 5100 use em on my 2500 ram

[k-fridge]

As mentioned above, the Edlebroks or Bilstiens are both excellent choices. Any of the premium shocks from the name brands will probably be the last set you ever need.

As for changing them yourself, just depends if you have the time. Not that hard to do, just time consuming. Some penetrating oil and air tools help.

[mcr]

I bought my own and had them installed by the local tire shop.....he said it wasn't a fun job, bolts are tight against the bed. Wasn't worth the 65 bucks for me to do it....let him have at it.;)
Should have been able to get at them thru the rustholes.....!!:D Sorry Smokin I just couldn't resist.http://www.timesfour.com/x4graemlins/icon_wave3.gif

[HeyBob]

Do you recommend having it done by a mechanic?



No DIY on this site......read the rules man! :D :D :D :D :D





Oh, and what about buying my own shocks and just having a mechanic putting them on for me?





Hmmmmmmm.............Nope, you ain't gonna bring your eggs to my restaurant and have me cook them.........no way! :rolleyes:




Sorry, I couldn't help myself! :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek:

[mattm]

Rancho is another great shock they'll last many moons.

DIY it, they're pretty easy if you've got basic tools.