2WD Shock Absorber Recommendations?

SuzysJ · 02-12-2003, 12:31 PM

My wifes loaded-to-the-gills 2001 2WD XJ is coming up on 50,000 miles, and I am starting to look for replacements for the oem shock absorbers. Will also be replacing the tires (likely with Kumho Ecsta) for better road manners than the wearing oem Wranglers, and am looking for shocks that will allow this Jeep to have the best suspension compliance. This vehicle is used in business in a major metro area, and though I am no fan of top-heavy SUV's for this kind of use, at least I was able to persuade her to get a Jeep to replace a flat terrible Ford.

My search thus far reveals most premium shocks to be valved for the 4WD versions, which would be too stiff for us. The Koni rep I know had no suggestions.

Unless I learn otherwise, I suppose I'll just go with Monroe Sensatrac, but I would greatly appreciate any recommendations or experience.

Thanks. This is a great forum, and I was glad to have recently found it.

SuzysJ · 02-13-2003, 12:34 AM

btt

hjeepxj · 02-13-2003, 12:35 AM

try edelbrock...those are good shocks, im pretty sure they make some for a 2wd model

egon · 02-13-2003, 02:10 AM

Have you looked into OME. I never heard a bad thing about them.

http://www.arb.com.au/OME_Nitrocharg..._Absorbers.htm

--Matt

SuzysJ · 02-13-2003, 02:51 AM

Thanks, I have written to both.

Anyone else?

(btt)

SuzysJ · 02-20-2003, 02:59 PM

Last go-round, anyone else?

Chris in VA · 02-20-2003, 03:03 PM

I just took off my Monroe Sensatracs. They are about the same firmness as the stock UpCountry shocks I just put on :naw: so if you decide you want some, let me know. These only have 3 months on them.

02-12-2003, 12:31 PM	#1
SuzysJ Registered Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Corpus Christi, Texas Posts: 196 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	2WD Shock Absorber Recommendations? My wifes loaded-to-the-gills 2001 2WD XJ is coming up on 50,000 miles, and I am starting to look for replacements for the oem shock absorbers. Will also be replacing the tires (likely with Kumho Ecsta) for better road manners than the wearing oem Wranglers, and am looking for shocks that will allow this Jeep to have the best suspension compliance. This vehicle is used in business in a major metro area, and though I am no fan of top-heavy SUV's for this kind of use, at least I was able to persuade her to get a Jeep to replace a flat terrible Ford. My search thus far reveals most premium shocks to be valved for the 4WD versions, which would be too stiff for us. The Koni rep I know had no suggestions. Unless I learn otherwise, I suppose I'll just go with Monroe Sensatrac, but I would greatly appreciate any recommendations or experience. Thanks. This is a great forum, and I was glad to have recently found it.

02-13-2003, 12:35 AM	#3
hjeepxj Registered Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Saudi Aurora, CO Posts: 6,824 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	try edelbrock...those are good shocks, im pretty sure they make some for a 2wd model __________________ 1988 Jeep Cherokee XJ 1994 Chevrolet K2500 1989 Jeep Cherokee XJ - SOLD!!

02-13-2003, 02:10 AM	#4
egon Registered Join Date: May 2002 Location: Fords, New Jersey Posts: 696 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Have you looked into OME. I never heard a bad thing about them. http://www.arb.com.au/OME_Nitrocharg..._Absorbers.htm --Matt __________________ '95 XJ Country \| '96 XJ Country \| '98 ZJ Laredo \| '64 Impala SS Boats - Bikes - Boulders Because in 4 low, aerodynamics don't mean squat.

02-20-2003, 03:03 PM	#7
Chris in VA Registered Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Winchester VA Posts: 6,868 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I just took off my Monroe Sensatracs. They are about the same firmness as the stock UpCountry shocks I just put on :naw: so if you decide you want some, let me know. These only have 3 months on them. __________________ 94 XJ Country NP231 AW4, 145k miles Cooper Discoverer ST/AR767, front towhook, PIAA 40's and Hidden Hitch. 1.5" budget boost 10/08

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02-13-2003, 12:34 AM	#2
SuzysJ Registered Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Corpus Christi, Texas Posts: 196 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	btt

02-13-2003, 02:51 AM	#5
SuzysJ Registered Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Corpus Christi, Texas Posts: 196 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Thanks, I have written to both. Anyone else? (btt)

02-20-2003, 02:59 PM	#6
SuzysJ Registered Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Corpus Christi, Texas Posts: 196 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Last go-round, anyone else?