Shock absorbers

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  1. spindrift

    spindrift Road Train Member

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    Is there consensus (LOL) on what front shocks are best, or is it more of a personal/brand loyalty decision?
     
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  3. truckdriver31

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    bilstein
     
  4. spindrift

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    Personal experience?
     
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    I can't find Bilsteins for kenworth.

    I just use the TRP shocks from Paccar. They're not gas charged, but I haven't had problems with blowouts like I have with aftermarket brands.
     
  6. spindrift

    spindrift Road Train Member

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    I don't believe Bilstein makes shocks for Class 8 trucks.
     
  7. HoneyBadger67

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    Class 5 and 6, maybe. They do sell some for freightliner and international, probably just the smaller ones, though.
     
  8. spindrift

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    Motorhomes most likely.
     
  9. truckdriver31

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    i got them on my pickup.
     
  10. truckdriver31

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    try there website. maybe or maybe not
     
  11. jason6541

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    I like the Gabriel SLX shocks they are adjustable and have a 2 year 200k warranty.
     
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