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Originally Posted by cobrin
you make it sound like cheaper shocks are inferior. Aftermarket that are suitable for the intended purpose are often OE equivalent and sometimes better. I had poor underperforming suspension, replacing them with known quality aftermarket shocks&springs KYB/Monroe alternatives, restored a beautiful suspension. Best move I've done and 5yrs+ of complete enjoyment.
Aftermarket also cater to performance crowds. I wouldn't want to ever be held over a barrel for OE, that just serves Ford.
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No did not mean that at all, what I was suggesting and I did say
MAY in my first sentence, is that the
OP is sort of going into this blind, so without verification by someone who has done it, best be careful of fitting any aftermarket regardless of price (could be cheaper or more expensive). Apart from ride quality, you are not going to know the effects on the other systems until you really need it (like before an accident) and I hope for all that is next to never.
If there is a cheaper option that has no issues and does the job equivalent or even better, then go for it. Win Win..
My post was more about being aware of what potential issues could be affected by fitting under performing shocks (maybe I should have used that instead of cheaper).