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: Time for new shocks


PHD007
12-18-2008, 10:51 AM
Hi Guys!!

Its been awhile since ive posted but once again when it comes to my car, oops sorry... When it comes to My Baby!!! I dont make a move unless I consult the experts of the Armada World.... I.E: Clubarmada.com!!!

Hehe, Well back to business... I need a new suspension. The shocks are still functioning but at 65k in miles I feel like i need new ones. Besides I want to pamper my baby. ;)

With that said, what should I go with?!? I was also thinking about replacing my springs, but im not sure. I am happy with my factory ride hieghts and dont care to much about dropping or lifting the car. I just want to improve the ride quality.

Let me know!!

Thanks!!:D

Pops
12-18-2008, 10:58 AM
I don't think you want to replace the springs, the OEM shocks are junk and replacing them makes a big difference. From all the feedback I've read on here and the Titan boards, Bilstein seems like the best for the $$$. I'm pretty sure most have the Bilstein 5100 and I haven't read a single negative comment about them yet. PRG sells them, not sure how the prices compare to local.

scr38
12-18-2008, 11:13 AM
I installed the Bilsteins on my Armada yesterday. Big difference! You will notice the improvement as soon as you drive the vehicle.
The best place to get the Bilsteins is PRGProducts.com . PRG is a sponsor on ClubTitan (the Armada and Titan front shocks are the same).
Greg gives a good deal to us. Give him a call.

norcal05SE
12-18-2008, 08:33 PM
i will third the bilstein motion. my "height-adjustable" 5100s go in next week.

CRU
12-18-2008, 10:10 PM
I have the Bilsteins up front and would recommend them with your setup.

Mizike
12-22-2008, 07:54 PM
Will the Bilsteins work fine on non 4x4 mada's?

Pops
12-22-2008, 08:09 PM
Yes, they work fine on all of them.

efab
12-23-2008, 08:37 PM
Do you guys have the 5100's up front only or in the rear as well?
And do these work with a mini lift (2")?
Its an SE model with No auto leveling rear end.

mykel
12-30-2008, 09:17 PM
I have an 06 SE w/ 20's and a set of 275/55 , my SE has been dropped 2" what type of rear shock would work for me.

DBL047
12-31-2008, 12:43 AM
I have a 2005 LE Armada and I dont have any issues with suspension, but feel that its a little rougher ride than I like... does anyone know if those 5100's will make it smoother? or is that what you guys are all saying when you guys say its a way better ride. Can you explain the diff. Also what are you guys paying for them?