Edelbrock shocks for $19.99?

[Phantom]

"For shocks, I've noticed that readers have suggested the Bilsteins or Edelbrocks. I have to agree that the Bilsteins are a great shock, but (like me) if you don't want to lay out that cash, and you want a premium shock, here's a tip. The Edelbrock shocks (with the inertial valve) are manufactured by Gabriel, and, as such, are available under the Gabriel brand at a pretty good savings. I got a set of Pro Ryder Premium Gas Truck Shocks with VST (aka the inertial valve) for $19.99 each. The best price I could find on the Edelbrocks was $32.99. Granted, they're not red like the Edelbrock (black only), but it's the same shock for less money, and I really wasn't concerned with appearances. The OE shocks were black also."
I found this on another site. Does anybody know if this is legit?

 

[Lobo]

Has anyone been able to substantiate this story? Let me know.

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-Lobo
An Explorer Blessing:
May you not see your A4LD in your rear-view mirror and
your radius arm bushings stay silent on the trail.

 

[Tommy2000]

I THINK (?) that RockyLawrence here has them...

From what I have been able to gather, though, this is true...But it sure makes a guy wonder...

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93 Sport 4X4, 150k Mi, Llumar Metallic Tinted Windows, GTS Taillight Covers, Sony CD and Boston Acoustics Audio

 

[Rooster]

Phantom, I am curious as to were you gathered your info? I have gone to all the major brands (mentioned in all the posts) shocks trying to compare their produts. When visiting the Edelbrock and Gabriel sites I did not see any info to substansiate this claim. Though, I am very interested if this is true. I did get some prices on the three major brands mentioned: Bilstiens=59.00 ea.,
Edelbrock=69.00 ea., Monroe=32.00 ea., in case anyone is interested.

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Rooster
94 sport (stock)
78 F-250 (2wd)

 

[Hank]

I have read about this before on Dr. Bob's Explorer Tips page.(It looks like this is where Phantom copied it from.) You can get there from the links page on this site.

So far I have not found any data to back this up or disprove it. However the local auto parts shops (Auto Zone and Discount Auto)have never heard of a Gabriel shock by this exact name. I also could not find a match at the Gabriel web site.

It may be true but so far it sounds like an urban legend. If anyone has better luck please let me know.

hg

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'91 EB, 4dr, 2wd
www.grimmick.com
hank@grimmick.com

 

[us2btech]

I remember seeing an ad for them on TV. It was on TNN. I was watching the Shade Tree Mechanic and the commercial came on. It had a scene of a truck or suv towing a boat down a winding country road. I am pretty sure that they were talking about these shocks but it was a Sunday morning after night shift so take it for what it is worth.

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92 4dr 4.0L 4x4
K&N, modified airbox
dynomax exhaust
more to come

 

[Rooster]

I just viewed the Pro Ryder commerical on T.V. watching the "Speed Vision" Channel. They are supposed to be carried by PEP Boy's. No price noted during the commercial. I hope this helps.

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Rooster
94 sport (stock)
78 F-250 (2wd)

 

[Rooster]

Had another thought, which of the two low priced shocks would be better, the Pro Ryders or the Sensa Tracs? Any experienced enthusiasts?

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Rooster
94 sport (stock)
78 F-250 (2wd)

 

[NightHawk]

I had the Sensa Tracs on my XLT when it was stock and I wore them out in 4 months (no kidding) I don't know anything about the Pro Ryders since I switched to Ranchos after I wore out the Monroes.

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Happy Trails!
'93 XLT
Many Mod's
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[Tommy2000]

I think the Sensa-Tracs are a "better" shock, b/c of the valving; I think this is illustrated on thier website (can't remember the address)

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93 Sport 4X4, 150k Mi, Llumar Metallic Tinted Windows, GTS Taillight Covers, Sony CD and Boston Acoustics drivers

 

[Phantom]

Sorry to take so long to respond but I was at a bachelor party in Key West for the past few days. Anyway, I did copy this from the Explorer Maintenance site that is linked here. I have not found out anything else. I'll try to get in touch with Gabriel and see what they have to say.

 

[rockylaurence]

In reference to the Sensatrac shocks, it has splines cut into the shaft that allows the fluid to pass with less restriction (softer)in the middle of the stroke. When the shock compresses or extends past the splines the fluid no longer has the added path through the splines which stiffens (slows the rate) of the shock. Very simple and very reliable. I've had mine for more than a year with 35's with no problems. Note: be aware that NAPA, MIDAS, and a few others sell these shocks for almost twice the price as PARTS AMERICA (same part numbers--just a different color).

 

[Collins]

Where did U see The Edelbrocks for 32? That is the best price I've seen.

 

[A91EBexplorer4x4]

here we go best price ive seen on the rancho's...
Rancho RS 9000....$60.95
" RS 5000....$36.95
" ES 3000....$29.95
and thats at WWW.NTWONLINE.com
or 1-800-847-3287

 

[Tommy2000]

They have that "Buy 3 get one free" deal on starting april 1st! That's a damn good deal!

T


<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial ">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by A91EBexplorer4x4:
here we go best price ive seen on the rancho's...
Rancho RS 9000....$60.95
" RS 5000....$36.95
" ES 3000....$29.95
and thats at WWW.NTWONLINE.com
or 1-800-847-3287<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>



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93 Sport 4X4, 150k Mi, Llumar Metallic Tinted Windows, GTS Taillight Covers, Sony CD and Boston Acoustics drivers
Bosch +4's. Modified Airbox, Allied 8.5mm wires (Splitfire wires on order)

 

[Rooster]

Tommy2000, Which shock brand is the sale being advertised for? The Edelbrocks or the Rancho's?

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Rooster
94 sport (stock)
78 F-250 (2wd)

 

[Tommy2000]

The 9000's...


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93 Sport 4X4, 150k Mi, Llumar Metallic Tinted Windows, GTS Taillight Covers, Sony CD and Boston Acoustics drivers
Bosch +4's. Modified Airbox, Allied 8.5mm wires (Splitfire wires on order)

 

[Blaine Cooper]

Guys, I have the Gabriel Pro Ryder LT VST. Seems like VST stands for Variable Speed Technology which was an inertia valve. I got them at Pep Boys a year ago for about $19.99 each. So they do exist. They had the Edelbrocks also, which were around $35. I didn't really compare them to see if they were the same or not, so I can not help there.

 

[A91EBexplorer4x4]

TOMMY2000,
hey that buy three get one free for the 9000's , will that be the same price (60.95)?and about what time did you say they would have the sale?

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1991 Eddie Bauer 4x4
K&N drop,in Modified air box. 3" lift 31x10.5's
Dunlop R/v's. Sway bar quick disc.http://www.freeyellow.com/members8/91fordexplorer/index.html

 

[Turner55]

where have you people been seeing edelbrocks for only 36 bucks? everywhere i've looked has em for not less than 70.

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'93 explorer sport 4x4