3rd gen Shocks Review and feedback ..

gotDIRT?? · 02-12-2009, 10:41 AM

Hello all,

i know it been mentioned in several threads but i have not really seen any good reviews. I am about to install RB's kit and figured while there change the shocks and broken coils as well. iI have over 110K on it and the stock ones are junk.. and i am looking for a good replacement at a fair price...

I was considering the Monroe sensatracks and the Monroe Matics just cause of the price...

Does anyone have these? How many miles have the put on them? Feedback on each of the shocks would be great...

jluv · 02-12-2009, 12:38 PM

My truck needs shocks, but I keep holding out in hopes of a shock made specifically for a lowered 3rd gen.

rocket2ya · 02-12-2009, 04:50 PM

changing the shocks was a pain in the a** on my 02. i just got the napa brand replacement.

gotDIRT?? · 02-12-2009, 05:21 PM

thats what the monroe matics basically are.... they are under 30 bucks each...

So how many miles on your rig... how long have you had the Napa ones on there and most importantly are you happy??? What do have to say about them???

Also are you at stock height???

I appreciate the feedback i need to change mine asap.. and i am doing shocks, springs, RB spacers...etc... so i'm in for a long weekend...

rocket2ya · 02-12-2009, 06:23 PM

$30?! I paid 100$ each for mine. I got 104k on mine it seems to ride softer but I'm at 3in front 2.5 rear with rb's it seems to bounce around alot though hardest part about changing the shocks it compressing the spring enough to bolt it back on

Spazz · 02-12-2009, 06:54 PM

Yeah 30 bucks wow. Where did you get them?

gotDIRT?? · 02-12-2009, 11:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rocket2ya

I got 104k on mine but I'm at 3in front 2.5 rear with rb's it seems to bounce around alot though hardest part about changing the shocks it compressing the spring enough to bolt it back on

The monroe sensatracs are about 100 bucks each the monroe matics are a lot cheaper at around 30-40 bucks each... Do you have the sensatracks on your X????

quote"it seems to ride softer"
It's softer then stock and it bounces??? I was hoping to stiffen up the suspension a bit cause the stock is too soft...

quote"$30?! I paid 100$ each for mine."
I get a little bit of a better price, i have a friend that has a parts store and he cuts me some slack....

I am about to put in the 3/2.5 and i want shocks, how many miles have you put on the shocks??? You have 104 now but how many miles when you installed them???

The difference between the price is significant and i am trying to make the best decision...

Also do you have any rub on your spindle with the 3 in the front???

Thanks for all the input....

gotDIRT?? · 02-12-2009, 11:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spazz

Yeah 30 bucks wow. Where did you get them?

Thats for the monroe matics not the sensa tracks....There is a difference check out there site...

rocket2ya · 02-13-2009, 01:25 PM

i put maybe 30 miles on them then my engine went out. i do have rubbing on ht espindles but not too bad to worry about.

gotDIRT?? · 02-13-2009, 01:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rocket2ya

i put maybe 30 miles on them then my engine went out. i do have rubbing on ht espindles but not too bad to worry about.

If you have pictures of the truck and the spindles that would be great... What happened to the motor???

So i guess you really didn't get a chance to try them out.... did you have the monroe matics or monroe sensa tracks after all???

gotDIRT?? · 02-18-2009, 01:51 PM

Well i went to the shop today to pick them up and i stand corrected, they only make the sensa-tracks for our trucks no monroe matics and they are pricey...

They list them as available parts but they are regular shocks not coilover shocks..

Speaking of pricey over 100 bucks each.. i picked up a set of four (ouch) and springs to install this weekend... I don't know how everyone elses rides but mine is like a boat... handling what handling??

I'll keep you updated n the end result...

shockguys · 02-18-2009, 03:55 PM

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02-12-2009, 10:41 AM	#1
gotDIRT?? Wannabe Elite Explorer NH 02 XLT V8 Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 67 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	3rd gen Shocks Review and feedback .. Hello all, i know it been mentioned in several threads but i have not really seen any good reviews. I am about to install RB's kit and figured while there change the shocks and broken coils as well. iI have over 110K on it and the stock ones are junk.. and i am looking for a good replacement at a fair price... I was considering the Monroe sensatracks and the Monroe Matics just cause of the price... Does anyone have these? How many miles have the put on them? Feedback on each of the shocks would be great...

02-12-2009, 04:50 PM	#3
rocket2ya Wannabe Elite Explorer PHX 02 mountaineer v8 Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 261 Vehicle Specs	changing the shocks was a pain in the a** on my 02. i just got the napa brand replacement. __________________ 2002 Mountaineer V8 Spectre CAI. Magnaflow Exhaust. Custom Grille. Blacked out Tails. 10,000k HID's. Avital remote start-alarm. Debadged. 2 infinity 1262w's. Orion 800.1 amp. JVC HU. 6 1/2" Polk Mobile Monitors all around. Police siren. 06 Cadillac CTS-V LS2, lowered on eibach pro kit, blacked out wheels, Magnaflow exhaust, 13.4@105 1/4 mile

02-12-2009, 06:23 PM	#5
rocket2ya Wannabe Elite Explorer PHX 02 mountaineer v8 Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 261 Vehicle Specs	$30?! I paid 100$ each for mine. I got 104k on mine it seems to ride softer but I'm at 3in front 2.5 rear with rb's it seems to bounce around alot though hardest part about changing the shocks it compressing the spring enough to bolt it back on __________________ 2002 Mountaineer V8 Spectre CAI. Magnaflow Exhaust. Custom Grille. Blacked out Tails. 10,000k HID's. Avital remote start-alarm. Debadged. 2 infinity 1262w's. Orion 800.1 amp. JVC HU. 6 1/2" Polk Mobile Monitors all around. Police siren. 06 Cadillac CTS-V LS2, lowered on eibach pro kit, blacked out wheels, Magnaflow exhaust, 13.4@105 1/4 mile

02-12-2009, 06:54 PM	#6
Spazz Wannabe Elite Explorer New Jersey 04XLS Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 149 Vehicle Specs	Yeah 30 bucks wow. Where did you get them? __________________ Black 04 XLS - Black Bumpers/Grille/Emblems. Rockin the Thule Ski Racks, Westin Side Steps, Midland CB Radio, Sirius Radio, And Some Cheap Wal-Mart 55watt Lights. (Im Poor) 3"Roadbully Lift - Still trying to get it on.

02-13-2009, 01:25 PM	#9
rocket2ya Wannabe Elite Explorer PHX 02 mountaineer v8 Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 261 Vehicle Specs	i put maybe 30 miles on them then my engine went out. i do have rubbing on ht espindles but not too bad to worry about. __________________ 2002 Mountaineer V8 Spectre CAI. Magnaflow Exhaust. Custom Grille. Blacked out Tails. 10,000k HID's. Avital remote start-alarm. Debadged. 2 infinity 1262w's. Orion 800.1 amp. JVC HU. 6 1/2" Polk Mobile Monitors all around. Police siren. 06 Cadillac CTS-V LS2, lowered on eibach pro kit, blacked out wheels, Magnaflow exhaust, 13.4@105 1/4 mile

02-12-2009, 12:38 PM	#2
jluv Wannabe Elite Explorer DFW, TX '04 XLS Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 444 Vehicle Specs	My truck needs shocks, but I keep holding out in hopes of a shock made specifically for a lowered 3rd gen.

02-12-2009, 05:21 PM	#4
gotDIRT?? Wannabe Elite Explorer NH 02 XLT V8 Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 67 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	thats what the monroe matics basically are.... they are under 30 bucks each... So how many miles on your rig... how long have you had the Napa ones on there and most importantly are you happy??? What do have to say about them??? Also are you at stock height??? I appreciate the feedback i need to change mine asap.. and i am doing shocks, springs, RB spacers...etc... so i'm in for a long weekend...

02-18-2009, 01:51 PM	#11
gotDIRT?? Wannabe Elite Explorer NH 02 XLT V8 Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 67 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Well i went to the shop today to pick them up and i stand corrected, they only make the sensa-tracks for our trucks no monroe matics and they are pricey... They list them as available parts but they are regular shocks not coilover shocks.. Speaking of pricey over 100 bucks each.. i picked up a set of four (ouch) and springs to install this weekend... I don't know how everyone elses rides but mine is like a boat... handling what handling?? I'll keep you updated n the end result... Last edited by gotDIRT??; 02-20-2009 at 02:36 PM.

02-18-2009, 03:55 PM	#12
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