Help in Shock Absorbers

SS-Virus · **Posted:** Tue Jul 10, 2007 9:25 am

Hi,
I am looking for a new set (of 4) shocks absorbers for my Jeep, which one I should go for? Last year I installed the OEM shock, they are not good at all, so I am going for something else. What do you recommend?
I want good one, not so strong or so soft.

Thanks

My car:

Jeger · **Posted:** Tue Jul 10, 2007 9:50 am

I havnt tried them yet, but when I upgrade/replace it will be with Old Man Emu (OME) parts.

tjkj2002 · **Posted:** Tue Jul 10, 2007 9:59 am

OME's are the best,Rancho is another option.Just get the Rancho rear shocks for a unlifted Durango(17004's) if you are lifted.

WoodysKJ · **Posted:** Tue Jul 10, 2007 12:03 pm

The beauty of Old Man Emu shocks is that they offer differnt ride levels. so you are not stuck with the ones that feel like a solid steel rod or on the OEM factory marshmellow ones.

renegadekj · **Posted:** Tue Jul 10, 2007 8:46 pm

Get the Old man Emu shocks and struts made by ARB. You'll love them!

(I do!!)

the1jferg · **Posted:** Tue Jul 10, 2007 8:53 pm

Monroe Reflex or nothin. :wink:

Ranchos are made by monroe

I just seen where you from, maybe something with a boot.

SS-Virus · **Posted:** Wed Jul 11, 2007 8:09 am

Ok, guys
All of you said that the Old Man Emu (OME) is the best, but what about Monroe Rancho Sensa-Trac? They are on mind also.
Actually I am planning to lift it 1.5” front & 2.0” rear. What are the options?
And where are the best places to buy from, note that I am not from US, so I need to buy from the Internet.

Thanks guys

renegadekj · **Posted:** Wed Jul 11, 2007 8:26 pm

If you plan on lifting th kj the I would recommend just ordering the complete OME lift since you would have to find out what size(part #) of monore shocks/struts to use on a lifted kj since they are different then stock!!? Iam not aware of anyone using these shock/struts but i guess aomeone has to try it first. I would find a OME lift and get all the right parts the fisrt time and then you also know that what you are buying has been proven to be a Great upgrade for you kj.The OME suspension lift will give you 2" of lift roughly.

* Ebay had some OME lifts

SS-Virus · **Posted:** Sat Jul 14, 2007 5:06 am

So, is there any deference between the Socks that I use when I lift the vehicle? Where are the best places to buy the OME.

Thanks

spoonplugger1 · **Posted:** Sat Jul 14, 2007 9:30 am

OME has a worldwide distribution. You should be able to pickup this info on the ARB site. Their dealers and distribution centers should be listed for your area.

SS-Virus · **Posted:** Tue Jul 17, 2007 3:10 am

spoonplugger1:
I couldn't find any, can you please help me, plus I send ARB e-mail, but still no reply.

Jeger · **Posted:** Tue Jul 17, 2007 5:44 am

http://www.arb.com.au/hocris_data/forms ... nt_cat_req

That is a link to the international information request form. That is supposed to be forwarded to the dealer nearest you so that they can contact you.

SS-Virus · **Posted:** Thu Jul 19, 2007 5:03 am

Jeger
Thenks for the help, but I contacted them last week, and still no reply, Please if you have a web site, that sells them, I'll be thankful if you post it for me.

Thanks

Jeger · **Posted:** Thu Jul 19, 2007 5:46 am

Im sure there are lots others but here are a couple off the top of my head.

http://www.rocky-road.com/kjome.html Customer service is sketcy at best.

http://www.boulderbars.com/contactus.htm Probably should telephone them.

And here is a whole bunch

http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=old+man+emu+kj

SS-Virus · **Posted:** Sat Jul 21, 2007 3:48 am

Jeger:
Thanks for the help, I'll try now.

Best Regards

Rush345 · **Posted:** Sat Jul 21, 2007 4:00 am

Yo SS if you are so inclined check this system out I'm saving all my pennys and dime for this it's a little diferent lift wise but ot gives you all sorts of flexibility in your lift :
Yuri Pham

Aim Industries/Chassistech/Airbagit.com

480.668.5448 phone

480.423.3539 fax

I don;t know if the picture came thru but it is a great system just a lot pricy :twisted:

SS-Virus · **Posted:** Tue Jul 24, 2007 2:26 am

Thanks Rush,
I already contacted www.rocky-road.com ,and they helped me alot.

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