Need advice on choice of new shock absorbers on my 2004 Reg Cab 2WD

[Grumpyoldcoot]

I am the second owner of a 2004 base model regular-cab 2WD Tacoma with 2.4L engine. At 101,000 miles, the truck runs and looks like new, but it may need new shocks. The truck's suspension has always been jittery (I have owned and driven it for only 22,000 miles), and I have no idea if the truck was designed this way, or if in fact the original Toyota shocks and/or spring setup were just poorly designed to begin with.

I usually don't haul heavy items, don't plan on adding a camper shell, etc., so I really don't think I would require heavy duty shocks. I am more interested in a smoother ride, without the jittery feeling when going over small bumps and even slightly rough road surfaces. I know that if the springs were poorly designed

I haven't talked to anyone at Tire Rack yet. Any advice would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Barry

 

[tbplus10]

Billsteins are normally the best shocks for these trucks if they havent been lifted or lowered. They offer the best ride available, yea their a little more expensive but the ride is worth the price.

 

[toyotafan]

What type and size tire are on there? Have you replaced them since you bought the truck?

 

[Clark@AutoAnything]

Bilstein's are great and Rancho does a good job too for a bit less money. They also have a great rebate program going on right now too.

 

[toyotasrule]

Any luck on finding shock absorbers for your Truck? I thought about seeing if I could find some photos of examples to post. Maybe later I will .

 

[danstpierre]

Why not try talking to people from Tire Rack. They're very courteous and honest. You won't regret it.

 

[nailbite3]

Yeah.. Tire Rack is fine. Yu won't have much problem with them. They know almost everything.

 

[jimmyno]

Well, we have our guy from AutoAnything here. Why not follow his advise. Maybe he can give you some discount? Is that ok with you Clark?

 

[Clark@AutoAnything]

of course, you can order online with the code below, if it doesn't work, just PM me and I will see what I can do!

 

[TruckRider]

Hi Grumpyoldcoot any update on your shocks?