Shocks 101

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General Shock Information

How much does it cost to replace shock absorbers? Answers from an Insider

Rough ride? Looking for more performance? What kind of time and money is involved when getting new shocks? We break it all down for you.

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Leveling Struts vs Strut Spacers

We explore the pros, cons, and risks between lifted and leveling struts versus using strut spacers to help you decide between the two options.

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How to Know When to Replace Your Shocks?

Proper suspension maintenance can prevent wear and tear on many of your vehicle's components and keep you riding safe and comfortably. We explain how and when to replace your shocks.

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Cheap Shocks Cost More Than Expensive Shocks

Surprising but true, we ran the numbers to show you how. The decision between cheap shocks and premium shocks isn't as simple as it may seem.

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Shock Absorber Design Types

There are many different types of shock absorber designs. We break down the differences between each, explore the pros and cons, and help you decide which design is best for your vehicle.

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How to Measure Your Shocks

What size shock do you need? Between sizing and mount types, it can be confusing figuring out what parts you need. Don't just guess! Use our guide and purchase with confidence.

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Vehicle-specific Shock Buying Guides

Take our experience and advice one step further and check out our ever expanding library of buying guides, specially crafted just for your vehicle!

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What are Adjustable Height Struts? (Bilstein, ProComp, Rancho)

These kind of struts are designed to level out the front of late model trucks and SUVs.

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Shocks and Struts Differences, the Definitive Guide

Both shocks and struts primary focus is to keep the tires in contact with the ground, as much as possible. So, how do they differ?

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Shocks vs Struts vs Coilovers

Getting the lingo right, and an idea of how your suspension works, is prime knowledge to be armed with when you go to your mechanic.

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What's the difference: 2WD vs 4WD Shocks

Does it matter if you buy 2WD shocks for a 4WD vehicle or vice versa? What exactly differs between shock designs across the same vehicle platform?

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Things to Consider When Lowering Your Vehicle

For many enthusiasts, lowering their car is the first and most important modification they do to their vehicles. Here's what you need to know.

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Lowering Springs And Factory Shocks: A Doomed Romance

Lowering springs are shorter and stiffer than factory springs. They are effective at their job but they present some other issues.

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Should You Lower Your Daily Driver?

Driving a lowered car on city streets can be intimidating unless you are prepared and update your driving style. Don't worry we'll show you how.

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What are Digressive Rate Pistons?

Coilovers featuring digressive damper rates are one of the new hot ticket items to hit the aftermarket suspension industry, but are they worth the hype?

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Adjustable Shock Absorbers in Action

Adjustable shocks allow on the fly performance tuning and can be dialed back down with the twist of a knob for your regularly scheduled commute.

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What "Improved Ride Quality" Actually Means

When we talk about improved ride quality, what are we really trying to communicate? It’s not the same for every driver.

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You Don't Need $5K In Suspension To Overland Or Off-Road

We’re here to tell you not to spend all that money with us just to get offroad.

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Reservoir Shocks - Overkill or Not?

Reservoirs increase a monotube shock’s capabilities significantly, but do you even need them?

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How to Troubleshoot Suspension Behavior

For shocks that feature compression and rebound damping adjustment; we explain how to dial in your ride.

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Internal VS External Bypass Shock Absorbers

Discover the ins and outs of Bypass Shocks, both Internal and External.

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Overland Suspension Guide Part 1

Wanna overland? Learn about basic upgrades, budgeting, and demystifying common myths.

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Ford Ranger FAQ

What's the biggest tires that fit? Do you need a UCA? What's it take to level a Ranger? We answer them all and then some.

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Product Specific Information

Definitive Bilstein 8112 & 8100 Guide & Applications

The triple piston design from Bilstein gives the freedom to valve the shock for great comfort on the daily drive and easy stuff, while giving precise control and handling in higher speed off-road environments.

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Bilstein or Old Man Emu to Level Your Vehicle?

We compare Bilstein's 5100 shocks with Old Man Emu's Nitrocharger offering. Two capable budget solutions for your off-road setup, which one is right for you?

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Upper Control Arm Comparison and Frequently Asked Questions

We compare all of the most popular upper control arm options for your truck and run down the most common questions regarding this significant upgrade for your vehicle.

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2.0 Coilover Comparison - Eibach vs Fox

Eibach has recently arrived in 2020 with a wide range of 2.0 coilovers across many applications, with a product that has significant differences and some advantages over the Fox 2.0.

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Bilstein Shocks for OEM Replacements

It's difficult to call any Bilstein shock a direct OEM replacement because Bilstein's quality and overall performance exceeds OEM standards.

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FOX 2.0 VS King 2.0 in the High Desert

We make an unbiased comparison between these two popular shock options after having ran both setups in a variety of terrain. Will the verdict surprise you?

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Bilstein vs Rancho Shocks - Comparisons and Real World Advice

With many different types of drivers and uses of a truck or Jeep, its hard to get an objective read on what these two brands of shocks mean for your vehicle. We help you get the best shock for your intended use.

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The Lowdown: Bilstein 5100 Versus Fox 2.0 Performance Shocks

It's a classic debate: what is best between Fox's 2.0 Performance series and Bilstein's 5100s? We take our significant real-world experience and compare these two shock oefferings.

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The Ultimate Bilstein 6112 Struts and Springs Guide

Bilstein has released an answer to Rancho's Quicklift Leveling System and Fox's 2.0 Performance Coilovers. How do they compare? We take a look at the details to find out.

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Bilstein 6112 Shock and Spring Completed Assemblies

Why do you need to assemble Bilstein 6112s? Why aren't they provided as an assembled unit? Get answers and see how they stack up to the competition.

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Rancho vs. Fox Shocks - No comparison

These two shocks are for very different rigs and vehicle uses, its not quite fair to compare a race product to more OEM oriented shock absorbers. Find out why.

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Rancho Quicklift vs Bilstein 6112 vs Fox 2.0 Coilovers

The 3 most popular options for leveling kits and performance suspension are comparable in looks, but differentiate themselves in function and purpose.

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Bilstein 4600 vs 5100 Series, what are the major differences?

The Bilstein 4600 series is the industry standard for factory replacement shock absorbers. The famous yellow shock has led the way in stock replacement shocks and struts, utilizing their famous monotube design that increases vehicle control and longevity.

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Bilstein 6112 vs. 5100 Shocks, what are the major differences?

With the release of Bilstein's newest suspension setup for late model trucks, the incredibly thick and beefy 6112 shock, debate between the newcomer and the encumbent 5100 series has erupted.

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The Bilstein 5100 vs 5160 Shootout

If you’re considering either one of these shocks for your rig, one of the main things to consider is how much time you spend off pavement.

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Fox Dual Speed Compression (DSC) Adjustment in the Real World

Fox offers some of the best off-the-shelf adjustable shocks for your truck. With both high and low speed compression settings, we dig into the details about how DSC shocks work and when to make adjustments.

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FOX Won't Warranty Your Shocks? Here's the Solution.

If your shocks aren't what they used to be, you have options: Fox shocks are 'serviceable' - a complete ride refreshment is possible with a new nitrogen charge and rebuilt internals.

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FOX’s Adjustable Height Shocks - SNAP RING IFP 2.0

The new FOX 2.0 IFP Snap Ring Coil-over shock works with an adjustable coil spring collar that can sit at factory height, or up to 2” of lift.

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Skyjacker Black Max Shocks are Tuned for Comfort

Where many other manufacturers who focus on lifted and off road suspension systems go by a “stiffer is better” approach for performance reasons, Skyjacker operates under what they call their “Soft-Ride” ethos.

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KYB Truck-Plus Complete Performance Assembly

The KYB Truck-Plus full strut and coil spring assembly brings ease of installation to your light truck, resulting in significantly improved handling and control capabilities.

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Bilstein 6112 vs. Fox 2.0 Performance Coilovers

Bilstein's beefy 60mm 6112 shocks go head to head with Fox's 2.0 Performance Coilovers. Get the lowdown and find out which one is right for your truck.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Falcon Shocks

Considering Falcon Shocks for your rig? We answer all your questions.

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