Any recommendations on shocks for 05 Sport Trac 2WD

[GlovelessBoxer]

Hey guys,

I need to replace the front and rear shocks for my 05 Sport Trac 2WD. I used Monroe 911122 on the front and Monroe 911035 on the rear last time. Anyone have a better option? They have been decent but just trying to see if there is something better. Thanks!

 

[swshawaii]

Any ride or handling issues with the Reflex shocks? You installed 4WD front shocks on your RWD Trac. If you have an issue with bottoming out or a harsh ride, the travel and valving are very different between the 911122 (4WD = 4.375") and 911177 (RWD = 6.375"). A full TWO INCHES of travel difference

See Tech Specs
37122 :: e-Catalog :: MONROE® SHOCKS & STRUTS (Front 4WD)
37177 :: e-Catalog :: MONROE® SHOCKS & STRUTS (Front RWD)

See Twin Tube - PSD Design (Control/Comfort Zone)
MONROE SHOCKS & STRUTS :: Shock Absorbers

EDIT- You installed the discontinued Reflex shocks, not SensaTrac's. Travel specs are STILL the same.

Monroe Reflex is a very good performance and handling shock, albeit a tad on the firm side. OE Spectrum (formerly SensaTrac) is a MUCH softer shock, and valved for ride comfort. 35,000 miles after installing, my SensaTracs are still doing very well.

 

[GlovelessBoxer]

I didn't have any issues for 90k miles. Its just time for some new ones. I can feel the ride getting worse. I didn't know I installed the wrong ones. Interesting to know. I think I will go with the 37177 though. I was looking at those on Amazon the other day.

 

[swshawaii]

OE Spectrum is a great street shock IMO. Between the two, you may experience slightly more body roll and brake dive. It's a trade off, OE Spectrum is a more comfortable riding shock, but not designed for spirited street driving. Monroe has a lifetime warranty for "wear out" or leaking. Also watch for Monroe mail in rebates, usually twice a year. GL

Limited Lifetime Warranty :: MONROE® SHOCKS & STRUTS

 

[GlovelessBoxer]

Thanks, just picked up the 37035 rears and 37122 fronts with the mail in rebate for Monroe. Good advice!

 

[swshawaii]

^ REPEAT. LOL

37177 RWD
37122 4WD

 

[GlovelessBoxer]

Hahaha, thanks again. I corrected before checkout.