Rear shock choice for towing 2000lb trailer?

[iceneweb]

I tow a 17' Boler travel trailer with my K5 and need to get new rear shocks. What's a good choice? The truck is stock height, and beyond forest trails i don't do a whole lot of wheeling.

Cheers,
Mark

 

[88sub4x4]

I'd say any gas charged shock would be your best bet. They tend to ride smoother and last longer then the hydraulic shocks. Monroe is a good brand and fairly priced. They make 90% of OEM shocks and struts. Bilstein also makes good stuff if you're willing to pay the premium.

 

[dhcomp]

Really, 2000lbs is really light. Whatever shock you get, its not going to matter that much in terms of towing.

I second teh gas charged, you can get teh HD Monroe Gas Magnums on special order at kragen for a decent price....

 

[iceneweb]

Thanks for the replies. I think i'll go with the Gas Magnums which i can get localy for around $60cdn

 

[Can Can]

The tongue weight of a 2000 pound trailer should only be about 200-300 pounds. Heck, that equals the weight of an slightly heavier-than-average man standing on your rear bumper. I wouldn't be overly worried about buying super beefy shocks to compensate for that kind of load.

 

[85k5dsl]

Bilsteins, Autozone carries them for $65 ea. Love'm