Need new shocks?

[VehiGAZ]

DJ - yes, it sounds like you need new shocks.

Check to see if the ones you have show any signs of leaking, particularly at the top near the remote reservoir. That's a sure sign that they are blown, but you won't necessarily see any leaking.

New VX shocks are very expensive (like $450 each, last I checked), but Rancho and Bilstein have some excellent and cheaper alternates ($50 - $75 each).

Good luck!

[djkymar]

VehiGaz,
I actually just remember like 3 month ago i saw some liquid right under front passenger side shock and now when im braking it kinda feels like my front push down towards right side but it might be just my feelings.
So should i just change front shocks or get just a set of all 4 new ones? And where the best place to get rancho`s ones?

rowhard ,
thanks for info ill try chack those things

[VehiGAZ]

DJ, inspect the other front shock and see if it's in good shape.

If only the passenger side shock is blown, and I could afford to replace it, I would replace just that one with a new or used one (purchased from someone on the board). The VX shocks are one of the most unique things about the truck, so I would keep the good ones if I could (even if it is cheaper to replace all four with Bilsteins versus replacing one stock shock).

If you decide to replace them all with non-stock shocks, the best deals will be on the internet. I bought my Bilsteins B46 series shocks at www.shox.com for about $250 delivered. Search Rancho 9000 for info on their adjustable shocks, which many people here have been happy with.

Good luck!

[uncle_asa]

All shocks in one thread: http://www.vehicross.info/forums/sho...3&postcount=17

[djkymar]

well all my shocks doesnt look good so im probably gonna end up changing all of them. So here is question since a lot people got ranchos here and very happy with it will they fit right on or do i have to do any modifications?

uncle asa,
spasibo za link / thanks

[rowhard]

they fit just fine. The only real problem if you don't have a hoist is getting to the rear top bolt if your thinking of doing it yourself. If you do them yourself, you might look at the tread I just posted on installing the rubber boots. http://www.vehicross.info/forums/sho...7621#post97621

[djkymar]

rowhard,
yeah im going to install those myself. They should of put those boost on shockes before they send them out lol. Im going to have fun with trying put those boots on it for sure and i dont have beer belly =( thanks for the information
P.S is there any difference between rancho and Bilsteins shocks? or they are mostly the same?