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Gabriel 81744 Heavy Shock Absorber Review

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Revainrating 4 out of 5  
Rating 
3.8
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BrandGabriel
StyleModern
ExteriorPainted

Description of Gabriel 81744 Heavy Shock Absorber

This item is not for sale in Catalina Island. High-quality comfort and performance. Nitrogen gas charged for superior response and consistent control. Entry level product at a competitive price. Fit type: Vehicle Specific.

Reviews

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Type of review

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Very good shocks. Installation was easy

Very good dampers. Installation was easy. I use them in my 2008 E250. Time will tell how durable they are. I ordered another set for the back.

Pros
  • Nice
Cons
  • disappears

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Good replacement shock absorbers

Works well as I finally had to replace the original front shock absorbers on my Ford E-150 van. I have used Gabriel in the past and Revane had the right offer for me.

Pros
  • Don't waste too much time
Cons
  • Almost everything is included

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Gabriel 81744 Guardian Shock, 6 pcs. in the box

Does what it is supposed to and as Gabriel I expect many years of service. Installation was a bit fiddly, but that's not due to the shock absorbers. Ford gave the fingers very little room just to tighten the top nut.

Pros
  • Brilliantly made
Cons
  • There are nuances

Revainrating 4 out of 5

They do a good job

I have these Gabriel shocks fully installed on my '94 Ford Explorer LTD. The trip is very good. I wish I had done that sooner now that I've been able to put a few miles on the Exploder. Drives like a charm now.

Pros
  • Acceptable
Cons
  • Upgrade Availability

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Used product, advertised as new but has been used

Package received 4 days late, product was damaged, not sure if it is safe enough to put in my car use and it looks like it has actually been used, it has been spray painted and contains grease so it is not a safe product for my eyes

Pros
  • Pleasant
Cons
  • Mostly good but...

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Big shocks. on shock absorbers, struts and suspension

I know most mechanics want to promote the Gabriel brand and I understand why. I have a 2003 e350 van and the shock absorbers barely absorb the shock. I have replaced front and rear with Gabriel shocks and the odd quality is much better. I used to drive into a bump and my van with this noise and an empty can rumbled and the noise continued for a while before finally stopping. After the dampers were installed, every hit was smoother and there was no more noise, very happy with it. The only issue…

Pros
  • Free for educational purposes
Cons
  • Unsure