Best New Shocks for a TJ

[1BadTJ]

I have a leaking rear shock that I totally smashed on a rock last weekend. That shock is totally useless. Does anyone recommend a good shock? I was thinking I would replace the rear this week and the fronts later on. Unless there is some buy 3 get 1 free special around.

Any suggestions??

[J.T.Woody]

I like the DT3000 shocks, by Doetsch Tech or something like that. Contact Bob Supplee at [e-mail] for a quote. The shocks seem really nice and soft

I put two in the rear of my YJ back in January. I liked them so much I am now replacing all 4 for the new lift .

[jps4jeep]

If you damaged the shock once, there is a good chance it cam happen again, especially if you don't move them, I would say get some cheapo auto zone shocks for lite cash, so when you smash one again, you won't be all BS about it.

If you want to get a name brand, most all mono-tube shocks are built buy the same company.

[1BadTJ]

Well, Im a little concerned about damaging it again. But that what I'm probably going to have to deal with. I've seen TJ's with the rod end of the shock on the bottom, what is the benefit of doing that and how do I know if new shocks will mount up like that?

[1BadTJ]

Well I just ordered some DoetshTech DT3000's. Well see how they do.

[jps4jeep]

1BADTJ said:

Well, Im a little concerned about damaging it again. But that what I'm probably going to have to deal with. I've seen TJ's with the rod end of the shock on the bottom, what is the benefit of doing that and how do I know if new shocks will mount up like that?

depends on the lift type, but with tj's and 4" lifts, the axle is slightly rotated so when the axle flexes, it can come in contact with the axle tube and basically bend the shock. mounting the shocks inverted can minimalize this, as well as the life of the shock.

[1BadTJ]

Thanks, I'll give it a try.