HD shock options/opinions

Rotzilla · Jul 21, 2015

Considering replacing the factory shocks with aftermarket.
Truck has factory suspension, leafs, no lift.
Has anyone replaced the factory shocks? How do they compare, and what brand did you use?
I am leaning towards Rancho 7k, or 9k series.
I do tow occasionally, 10k toy hauler.

I'm guessing anything would probably be better than stock.

Power247 · Jul 21, 2015

Sub'd. I am in the same boat.

NWRQC · Jul 21, 2015

Bilstein seem to be a popular shock to go with.
I've been running Thuren overlands and I like them. I need to replace one of them so I will be going back to Fox shorlty.

DannyMK2 · Jul 21, 2015

i was in the same boat with my dually. stock suspension, with no intentions of a lift or level. i went with the KYB monomax's. inexpensive and they ride great. i was a little hesistant on them at first, but theres tons of great reviews on them.

Rotzilla · Jul 22, 2015

DannyMK2 said:
i was in the same boat with my dually. stock suspension, with no intentions of a lift or level. i went with the KYB monomax's. inexpensive and they ride great. i was a little hesistant on them at first, but theres tons of great reviews on them.

It appears they don't make HD shocks. Couldn't find anything on their site or summit.

DannyMK2 · Jul 22, 2015

Rotzilla said:
It appears they don't make HD shocks. Couldn't find anything on their site or summit.

not sure what you mean?

KYB Americas | MonoMax

Rotzilla · Jul 23, 2015

Thanks for the link, definitely did not see that when I searched.

Rotzilla · Jul 23, 2015

DannyMK2 said:
i was in the same boat with my dually. stock suspension, with no intentions of a lift or level. i went with the KYB monomax's. inexpensive and they ride great. i was a little hesistant on them at first, but theres tons of great reviews on them.

Did you do the install?
How difficult where the fronts?

DannyMK2 · Jul 23, 2015

Rotzilla said:
Did you do the install?
How difficult where the fronts?

the whole install is pretty easy. i use air tools which speeds the process up a bit, but totally do-able with hand tools.

Rotzilla · Jul 27, 2015

5100's ordered, it was difficult locating the rears, only found 1 place that had them in stock.

The wait begins.

Rotzilla · Aug 3, 2015

Rears are installed, no noticeable difference at this point, and didn't really anticipate any.
Waiting for dude to install fronts this weekend.

Rotzilla · Aug 6, 2015

Fronts should be done this weekend.
I called ram for a installation quote for just the front shocks, GULP $500. :flipthebird:

Power247 · Aug 6, 2015

Rotzilla said:
Fronts should be done this weekend.
I called ram for a installation quote for just the front shocks, GULP $500.

:WTH: they are crazy!!!

Rotzilla · Aug 10, 2015

Front installation in 2.5 hrs for $80. :roflsquared:

The ride is slightly firmer.
The most apparent differences is when a bump causes the truck to rock side to side. With stock shocks this motion rocked me to and fro more than once, now it is one motion and back to level, much more controlled.

Front to back there is no more porpoising.

Not completely sold that it was worth the $$.
Towing 10k lbs 400 miles this coming weekend hoping better results.

DannyMK2 · Aug 10, 2015

Rotzilla said:
Not completely sold that it was worth the $$.

that makes me glad i saved some money and with with the kyb's instead. out of curiosity, what made you go with the 5100's instead of the 4600's?

Rotzilla · Aug 11, 2015

Honestly, the 4600's color is ugly, and would stick out like 4 zits on a super model. :puke:

cptwing · Aug 11, 2015

Rotzilla said:
It appears they don't make HD shocks. Couldn't find anything on their site or summit.

I cannot seem to find the link either, I also have a 3500 dually and I really need something to improve ride quality. When I go on the link it only shows shocks for 2014 1500 and 2013 1500 and 2500, no 3500 or 3500 drw?

Rotzilla · Aug 24, 2015

After my trip towing this last week I have to say these shocks are amazing compared to the oem garbage. Wish I would have done this 13k miles ago.
Everything is so much more controlled.

Merc225hp · Aug 25, 2015

cptwing said:
I cannot seem to find the link either, I also have a 3500 dually and I really need something to improve ride quality. When I go on the link it only shows shocks for 2014 1500 and 2013 1500 and 2500, no 3500 or 3500 drw?

2014 3500

4600 series

Front part number is 24-238526
Rear is 24-238533

Scott T · Aug 25, 2015

KYB Heavy Duty Shocks

DannyMK2 said:
i was in the same boat with my dually. stock suspension, with no intentions of a lift or level. i went with the KYB monomax's. inexpensive and they ride great. i was a little hesistant on them at first, but theres tons of great reviews on them.

Hey Guys,
I am looking to upgrade my stock shocks on my '14 2500HD Cummins CCSB 4X4...

Went to the KYB web site and had difficulty finding the "shock application" for my model year and truck. Finally found it in the Parts Catalog.

Problem is, entered the year ('14), make (RAM), and then went to enter the model and only option is "1500".

So I went back and selected 2013 for the year and then 2500 shows up. Not sure if those shocks for 2013 will work on a 2014 as the '14s have coil spring suspension on the rear.

I am going to look into this further...
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