I spoke with the people at Shock Warehouse. They searched for rear shocks by length. Came up with KYB Monomax part number 343142. Extended length is 20.75, collapse is 13.27 and travel is 7.48. They are made to fit a Toyota Tacoma but they said they will bolt right on without any mods. Do you have any experience with these shocks?
Belltech 2/4" kit installed but want a smoother ride
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iamdub
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I don't. I read a few posts on a Tacoma forum where the KYBs appear to be a popular brand, and it seems the Monomax is better than the Gas-A-Just and not as stiff. But, it's still much stiffer than others. Although, this is on a Tacoma. It'd have a lot more weight acting against it being on an Escalade. So, it might not be so firm.
It's good to know we can use shocks fitted for a Tacoma (year model to be determined) for a 4" rear drop as a direct replacement. If you can find specifically what Tacoma those Monomax #343142 are made to fit, maybe see what Bilstein offers for that truck and compare that in a 4600 series to the KYB.
*EDIT* That KYB part number is showing Excel-G for me...
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Anyone have any experience with how Monroe Magnum shocks ride on Dodge Sprinter 2500 passenger vans?
Still researching shorter rear shocks for my lowered 2/4" 06 Escalade. Found Monroe Magnum pn 66414 for 2007 Dodge Sprinter Passenger Van has same shock mount code (LS47) as 06 Escalade. Their expanded length is 20.63", calapsed is 12.92". Crub weights of Base 06 Escalade and Dodge Sprinter Passenger van are about the same. The Dodge weighs 5476lbs, Escalade 5537lbs. But I've lightened my Escalade by removing the trailer hitch, spare tire and 3rd row seats so I think curb weight is nearly equal. Opinions Please!
Still researching shorter rear shocks for my lowered 2/4" 06 Escalade. Found Monroe Magnum pn 66414 for 2007 Dodge Sprinter Passenger Van has same shock mount code (LS47) as 06 Escalade. Their expanded length is 20.63", calapsed is 12.92". Crub weights of Base 06 Escalade and Dodge Sprinter Passenger van are about the same. The Dodge weighs 5476lbs, Escalade 5537lbs. But I've lightened my Escalade by removing the trailer hitch, spare tire and 3rd row seats so I think curb weight is nearly equal. Opinions Please!
iamdub
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Curb weights and physical dimensions/fitment aside, it's a shock designed for a 2500-rated (load capacity) vehicle. I don't see that being a very comfortable shock on a lightened "1500-rated" vehicle.
DadsToy
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I just installed the MonoMax shocks on my 2001 Tahoe. Like them so far. Been about a month. They got rid of my death wooble, Smooth ride and handles good. The MonoMaxx shocks are made and designed for trucks. Got a great deal from Rock Auto and got a rebate too. Oh and the best part is they are cheaper than the KYB's and others.
thingraylinetah
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I think on my drop I'm going with bilstein 4600 front and rear with mcgauheys 2" drop spindles in front and moog adjustable upper control arms. In the rear Im thinking about going 4600 bilstein with eibach 2" drop springs with air helper springs in the rear if needed after the free travel mod.
Mine is an 06 4x4 I don't know if that's even gonna work well or not as I've got the nivomat z7 premium suspension in rear.
Mine is an 06 4x4 I don't know if that's even gonna work well or not as I've got the nivomat z7 premium suspension in rear.
thingraylinetah
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They have bushings in them to adjust the camber. To help bring your alignment into speck.
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