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Shocks and struts for road and overlanding.

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Seems it’s about that time. Muh shocks and struts need replaced. Obviously I could go OEM, but if there’s something worth buying in the $600-$800 range for all 4 that could pull double duty for city and overlanding, I’d appreciate some recommendations.

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Jeepjitsu said:
Seems it’s about that time. Muh shocks and struts need replaced. Obviously I could go OEM, but if there’s something worth buying in the $600-$800 range for all 4 that could pull double duty for city and overlanding, I’d appreciate some recommendations.

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Bilstein B6 struts and shocks. The B6 is a little more heavier duty than stock. If you just want a higher quality stock ride quality, go with the B4's...It's pretty much those, stock Mopars, or Dobinsons for available options...😎
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I'm definitely not knocking a Crosstrek, but I personally have been many places in my Trailhawk where even the most capable Crosstrek will ever come close to going. Now I don't push mine to the limits by any means, as I have other dedicated offroad toys, but here's a fun little video of their true capabilities, and there's many others out there...There is no comparison between the two...😉😎
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Ouch!!! That's gonna leave a mark...🤣😎
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jimc said:
This one wouldn't have had any problems. Considering the $10K starting price difference from CrossTrek to Trailhawk
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I had to watch that whole video of that thing on Fins just to see what happened when he got to Cleo's Step, and it fared better than I thought. Good thing for that nice front bumper...LOL!!! That's the one obstacle on the entire trail that doesn't have an easy way around. My profile picture was taken at the top of that spot when my Trailhawk was brand new, and bone stock, long before I put the 2 inch lift, and 245/70's on. To this day, the only trail scars I have are a few minor scratches on the skid plates. Isn't that what they're for??? LOL...😉😎
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jimc said:
I've seen some say they should be replaced but unless they're really terrible like those plastic clips that hold the strut in (WTF?)
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You might as well order a set of these. I think every Cherokee should be running them, whether you go offroad or not...😎High Performance Strut Clamp - MFC Offroad
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jimc said:
Also, the struts didn't come with a boot or dust shield, although the rear shocks do. Does the shield from the stock struts fit? I'm not sure if the shaft is a different size, although I suppose I could drill it out.
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The bellows (boots), bearings, and a few other various accessories you might need are sold separately...😎
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Bearcat said:
Has anybody installed the FCS brand quick struts?

Seems the only thing can find online at the moment.
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Rock Auto has Monroe, Mopar and Bilstein, but it appears they only have the right side B4 for ADII equipped Cherokees...🤔😎
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