Whats A Good Shock Absorber?
These are for a 1.5" to 2" lift.
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From: Illinois
Year: 1995
Model: Grand Cherokee
Engine: 6 cyl. 4.0 - 4x4
1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo
[Stock Jeep]
Attempted to replace Shocks, and without knowing any better, used Monroe's that spec'd out for my vehicle. Unfortunately, they do not 'absorb' the road too well. They're stiff and I can literally feel every little bump, as the Jeep reacts -
[Monroe Part #: 37081]
I am seeking a set of Shock Absorbers that will perform with a SMOOTH ride, that actually Absorb the road - What is the best product? Should I order straight from the Dealer, or is there a proven After-Market brand + Part #, that is within reasonable money, to purchase.
This is a 95', breaching 200k miles, and I am simply attempting to keep her on the road a bit longer, with as less stress as possible to myself, and my Jeep.
Thank You ~Brew.
[Stock Jeep]
Attempted to replace Shocks, and without knowing any better, used Monroe's that spec'd out for my vehicle. Unfortunately, they do not 'absorb' the road too well. They're stiff and I can literally feel every little bump, as the Jeep reacts -
[Monroe Part #: 37081]
I am seeking a set of Shock Absorbers that will perform with a SMOOTH ride, that actually Absorb the road - What is the best product? Should I order straight from the Dealer, or is there a proven After-Market brand + Part #, that is within reasonable money, to purchase.
This is a 95', breaching 200k miles, and I am simply attempting to keep her on the road a bit longer, with as less stress as possible to myself, and my Jeep.
Thank You ~Brew.
Old fart with a wrench
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From: Manlius, east of Syracuse, NY
Year: 2000 XJ Sport & WJ Laredo
Model: Grand Cherokee (WJ)
Engine: 4.0L
I'm using Monroe Sensatracs on my WJ and they ride nice and firm without being harsh. I think they're called Monroe-Matic Plus now. Try 32252 part number front, and 32269 rear for your 95. Your 37081 is an OESpectrum and is a little firmer that the Plus.
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From: AV Kalifornia
Year: 1996
Model: Grand Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
I am surprised no one has suggested the bilstein shocks?
a bit pricey, but I installed them on my van after going through the same process as you have. and here in Kalifornia money is not spent on roads making it a great test ground for shocks. they handle the pot holes better than the KYB and stock shocks I spent money on before purchasing the Bilsteins. I also have bilsteins on my Jeep.
a bit pricey, but I installed them on my van after going through the same process as you have. and here in Kalifornia money is not spent on roads making it a great test ground for shocks. they handle the pot holes better than the KYB and stock shocks I spent money on before purchasing the Bilsteins. I also have bilsteins on my Jeep.
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Old fart with a wrench
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From: Manlius, east of Syracuse, NY
Year: 2000 XJ Sport & WJ Laredo
Model: Grand Cherokee (WJ)
Engine: 4.0L
Don't get me wrong, Bilsteins are great shocks, just a bit pricey. I had Monroe 500s on my 67 Caramo that were designed for an Impala. You could run over a dime and tell if it was heads or tails! BUT what a great hole shot at the drags! No rear axle tramp or spring wrap-up. AND they were a lot cheaper than the Konis everybody else was running.
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