Dropping my 18 2WD with shackles, do I need to replace the shocks as well? Would like to upgrade them but not sure what to use. Should I just go with a direct replacement for stock or try something that says it's for a lowered truck like the Belltech. I have heard those shocks are junk though.

 

A 2" drop shackle won't lower the rear enough to need new shocks. If you want to upgrade anyway, there is a list of highly recommended Fox 2.0 shocks with varying lengths that bolt right in. You could find one that most closely matches the factory specs minus 2 inches and go with those.



For instance, if the factory shock had a 14" stroke, you could go with PN 985-24-006 which has a 12" stroke.

 

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Running stock shocks on my 4x4 with 2” drop shackles. Found no difference in ride quality. Obviously upgrading would be nice, but not required.

 

Not necessary to replace them.

 

Great advice, Thanks!