Review on 🚗 Gabriel 77489 Monotube CONTROL Shock Absorber by Isaac Simpson

Very good shock absorbers. They replaced the Monroe Reflex HD model, which pretty much lasted 35,000 and gave up. (It's a heavy car) The Monroe has a slightly larger piston, but the Max Control's cylinder is larger and the mounting plates are much thicker. Gabriel is welded to the base while Monroe appears to be spot welded in the process. The driving characteristics are good and similar to the Monroe. I think both are great shocks but the value and construction should go to Gabriel. I should have kept my receipt as Reflex has a lifetime guarantee and I think Gabriel has one too. Update: These dampers are not sufficient for the Suburban 2500 diesel engine. Monroe provided better handling and more control. About 25k is time to change them.