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Whats a good Offroad shock?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by aidenhardcore, Feb 27, 2011.

  1. Feb 27, 2011 at 8:40 AM
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    Was thinking of just going with the bistein 5100 shocks like everyone esle. I dont do hardcore offroading but I like some trails and deff mud. Everyone esle on my truck is stock but with big tires.Is there a better offroading shock out there or is the 5100 the best to go. I want something thats good on highway and driving cause dd but will perfrom good offroad. so many to choose from lol. I think 5100 is the best to go.
     
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  2. Feb 27, 2011 at 8:43 AM
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    "best" is all relative. How much are you looking to spend??
     
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  3. Feb 27, 2011 at 8:44 AM
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    I have 5100s all the way around, and my situation is similar to yours.

    Plus you can adjust your fronts if you desire.

    Since you're not into hardcore off-roading, I think you answered your own question ;)
     
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  4. Feb 27, 2011 at 8:46 AM
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    ummm yeah
    king shocks....only because i just seen them on the pro trucks on hd theatre :)
     
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    Not alot of money lol but The 5100 seem to be good price. 380 shipped. Can the 5100 handle mud, and trails. Im not looking to go wheeling and lift my truck, just something to go though mud and a couple of trails and get truck all dirty lol. Thats all
     
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    5100's are definitely not the "best". But they are good for the price.
     
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    $380 shipped? You must not have been to Downsouthmotorsports.com yet.
     
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    Oh wow. 299 for all 4. Thats a great deal. Thanks for sending me the link kpt. Will the 5100 handle mild offroading. Or are they more for just better ride .
     
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