Need new shocks, what kind?

Need new shocks, what kind?

09-27-2005, 03:33 AM

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Need new shocks, what kind?

Hi all, i have a 04.5 Dually. Tow a 14k Hitch Hiker 5ver. and in the winter a slide in camper to hit the snow. My stock shocks seem to be shot. Today driving home from portland when I hit bridge joints or worse going thru seattle on the concrete slabs I am a bouncing pogo stick. I am slight nose down on the 5ver. I have around 2800 lbs pin weight. I am sitting on the overloads I'm sure they are bouncy. What are the shocks of choice for us 5ver / slide in camper guys. I know of Rancho and Bilstien. Thanks for any info.

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