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Old 11-18-2012, 11:44 PM
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I figured out today that I need to replace my rear shocks. I searched the site for everyone's suggestions.

I'm thinking of getting some Bilstein or Monroes. A few things I did find out were what "model" of shocks to get. Bilstein has the 4600 and 5100 and probably others. Monroe has the sensatrac and reflex. What are the preferred models? This XJ is my DD, so it's going to see 90% on road, and 10% light off roading. I have no lift, this XJ is mostly stock.

Also, where do you purchase these online, who has the best prices?

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Last edited by playbass; 11-18-2012 at 11:49 PM. Reason: forgot to mention I have no lift in the suspension.
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If you want Bilsteins, contact Serious Offroad. He'll hook you up.
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Don't waist your money on Monroe shocks. Go with the Bilsteins and be happy.
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+1 for Bilstein.
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MOnroe's: try advance auto parts. A lot of time on-line they have specials if you like order over$75.00 worth of stuff
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What is OEM? I also just want a basic shock for commuter use.
Monroe SensaTrac's are popular on this site, and are $15.

Here is rockauto's list:

BRIEL Part # 89052
F Guardian Shock [Wholesaler Closeout - Private Label Pkg. - 30 Day Warranty] (Only 1 Remaining)

$9.43
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GABRIEL Part # 89053
Rear;Guardian Shock [Wholesaler Closeout - Private Label Pkg. - 30 Day Warranty]

$9.53
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GABRIEL Part # 73620
Rear;Guardian Shock [Wholesaler Closeout - Private Label Pkg. - 30 Day Warranty] (Only 3 Remaining)

$10.53
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GABRIEL Part # 71536
Rear;Sprt Utility Shock

Choose:
$14.40
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MONROE Part # 37027 {#911027} Sensa-Trac Light Truck
w/o Police Package; Rear

Choose:
^ Ships from same location as parts in cart
$14.85
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MONROE Part # 37083 {#911083} Sensa-Trac Light Truck
w/o Police Package; Front

Choose:
^ Ships from same location as parts in cart
$15.42
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ACDELCO Part # 52034 {#88945879, 88966786} GAS CHARGED
ABSORBER,FRT SHK
$18.13
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ACDELCO Part # 52035 {#88945880, 88966787} GAS CHARGED
ABSORBER,RR SHK
$18.13
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RANCHO Part # RS5129 RS5000 Series
Rear

Choose:
$26.79
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GABRIEL Part # 50636
Rear;Bruiser Gas Xd [Wholesaler Closeout - Private Label Pkg. - 30 Day Warranty] (Only 1 Remaining)
$29.79
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KYB Part # 344089 GR-2 / Excel-G
Recommended OE Replacement; Rear

$29.79
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RANCHO Part # RS5128 RS5000 Series
Front

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^ Ships from same location as parts in cart
$29.79
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RANCHO Part # RSX17041 RSX17000 Series
Front [Wholesaler Closeout -- 30 Day Warranty] (Only 2 Remaining)

$29.99
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RANCHO Part # RSX17043 RSX17000 Series
Rear [Wholesaler Closeout -- 30 Day Warranty] (Only 1 Remaining)

$29.99
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KYB Part # 344088 GR-2 / Excel-G
Recommended OE Replacement; Front

$30.79
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SACHS Part # 030212 Supertouring
OE REPLACEMENT; Front (Only 5 Remaining)

$30.79
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MONROE Part # RS5129
Rear Rancho RS5000 [Wholesaler Closeout -- 30 Day Warranty] (Only 1 Remaining)
$33.79
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ACDELCO Part # 5405025 {#88963002} PREMIUM MONOTUBE
ABSORBER KIT,FRT SHK [Wholesaler Closeout -- 30 Day Warranty] (Only 2 Remaining)
$36.79
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ACDELCO Part # 530159 {#88945327} PREMIUM GAS CHARGED
ABSORBER,FRT SHK
$37.89
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OMIX-ADA Part # 1820351 Monro-Matic Plus
Front

$38.79
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OMIX-ADA Part # 1820352 Monro-Matic Plus
Rear

$39.99
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BOGE Part # 46A230 automatic; Mounting Type:Top pin, Bottom Yoke; Monotube; Type:Gas Pressure
Front Axle (Only 2 Remaining)
$64.99
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SACHS Part # 106540 Super Touring; Mounting Type:Top yoke, Bottom eye; Type:Gas Pressure; Monotube; Advantage
Rear Axle

$66.79
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SACHS Part # 312510 Supertouring
w/ Off Road Suspension; OE Replacement; Mono-tube; Front
$69.99
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BOGE Part # 46A170 automatic; Mounting Type:Top yoke, Bottom eye; Monotube; Type:Gas Pressure
Rear Axle
$73.79
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SACHS Part # 312512 Supertouring
w/ Off Road Suspension; OE Replacement; Mono-tube; Rear
w/ Off RoaPackage; OE Replacement; Mono-tube; Rear (Only 6 Remaining)
$73.79
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MONROE Part # 58594 Sensa-Trac Load Adjusting; Sold In Pairs
w/o Police Package; For Towing & Hauling; Rear

$82.99
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EDELBROCK Part # 64506
Rear Shock Absorber XTREME TRAVEL REMOTE RESERVOIR - w/3 - 4" LIFT [Wholesaler Closeout - Private Label Pkg. - 30 Day Warranty] (Only 1 Remaining)
$101.79
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KYB EUROPE Part # 344393 Excel-G; Type:Gas Pressure; Mounting Type:Top pin, Bottom Yoke; Twin-Tube
Front Axle
Wheelbase [mm]: 2565
- Non-stock item--shipping delayed up to 2 business days
$61.79
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KYB EUROPE Part # 344418 Excel-G; Type:Gas Pressure; Mounting Type:Top yoke, Bottom eye; Twin-Tube
Rear Axle
Wheelbase [mm]: 2565
- Non-stock item--shipping delayed up to 2 business days
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Don't get the cheap Monroe's, had a set for about a month hit a speed bump (did not bottom out) and blew the seals out. Went back and got the HD ones no more problems.
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I think I'm going for the HD Bilstein for a non-lifted XJ.

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Good choice
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Exact item(s) I am waiting for! Comeeeee on Fedex! Wheeee!
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HD Bilstein What do they cost? Best place to order?
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