Monday, January 30, 2012

Monroe 901340 Max-Lift Hood Lift Support

Monroe 901340 Max-Lift Hood Lift Support Review



Monroe 901340 Max-Lift Hood Lift Support Feature

  • Nitro-Carburized Rod for exceptional corrosion resistance and durability
  • Durable Plastic Rod Guide reduces potential rod abrasion
  • Main Seal provides positive closure for high-pressure gas
  • Stop Collar and Limiting Groove assure precise extended length
  • High-Strength Piston Assembly with Leak-Proof Seal helps prevent fluid leakage around the piston, allowing the fluid to pass efficiently through the piston valving components, providing controlled lift and consistent performance
Millions of vehicle owners rely on gas charged lift supports to lift and hold open trunks, hatches, hoods, and even glove boxes. When these fail, they must be replaced to restore convenience and safety. Max-Lift gas charged lift supports are an exact replacement for worn original units.


Saturday, January 28, 2012

Lisle 20400 Universal Shock Absorber Tool

Lisle 20400 Universal Shock Absorber Tool Review



Lisle 20400 Universal Shock Absorber Tool Feature

  • For removing and installing shock nuts
  • Comes in skin-pack
  • Hex nut socket fits the nut
  • Hold one, turn the other for removal
  • Shipping weight: 9 oz.
Fits most domestic models and some Ford OEM shock nuts. Place stem socket over shock stem. Hex nut socket fits the nut. Hold one, turn the other for removal.


Friday, January 27, 2012

Monroe 71495 Reflex Strut

Monroe 71495 Reflex Strut Review



Monroe 71495 Reflex Strut Feature

  • Impact Sensor Technology: Innovative valving provides greater control for handling, while improving ride comfort
  • Rod Displaced Valving: Better valving range on both the compression and extension cycles of the unit for a smooth comfortable ride
  • All Weather Fluid: Contains special modifiers to reduce friction and ensure smooth rod reaction
  • Fluon Banded Piston: Enhances responsiveness to changing road conditions
  • Nitrogen Gas Charged: For improved ride and handling, helps maintain tire to road contact by reducing aeration
The Monroe Reflex struts with the patented Impact Sensor Technology combines specially tuned valving and a Fluon banded piston. The Impact Sensor valve has the ability to sense acceleration to improve the handling, safety, and overall ride characteristics of most vehicles. The Impact Sensor base valve will sense a bump in the road and automatically adjust the shock to absorb the impact, leaving the shock with greater control when it is needed. The features of the Monroe Reflex struts make it the superior choice for improved handling, safety, and comfort in all road conditions.


Thursday, January 26, 2012

Gabriel G63813 Ultra Truck Shock for select Nissan Frontier/Xterra models

Gabriel G63813 Ultra Truck Shock for select Nissan Frontier/Xterra models Review



Gabriel G63813 Ultra Truck Shock for select Nissan Frontier/Xterra models Feature

  • Orifice Disk with variable nine-stage valving provides consistent oil flow
  • G-Force technology for quicker response, improved product life, and consistent, reliable ride and control
  • StableSteer valving provides response from all four corners for a stable, safe ride
  • G-Force piston is bonded iron construction for durability and longer life, along with the heavy duty compression head valve that withstands extreme impact
  • This item is not for sale in Catalina Island

Ultra LT shocks from the Original Gabriel breathe new life into the suspension of light trucks or SUVs, making Ultra LT an excellent choice for great performance under a variety of conditions. They’re for the person who enjoys driving, wants to maximize their driving experience and demands increased performance, safety and handling from their vehicle. Gabriel Ultra LT shocks are also for the person who puts big demands on their light truck or SUV, hauling heavy cargo or using it for work.

Super-finished chromed piston rod provides superior corrsion resistance
for longer life. View larger

Gabriel Ultras are precision-engineered for the ultimate in safety and performance and are designed to provide improved comfort and control, long life and durability, and maximum shock performance for today’s light trucks and SUVs.

Ultra shocks are equipped with G-Force technology featuring:

  • Infinitely Variable Damping for on-demand control on all road conditions
  • StableSteer Valving improving tire contact with the road for control, safety and performance
  • G-Force Piston (1 3/8” bore) with bonded iron construction for long life and durability
  • OE designed single lip oil seal minimizes friction for optimal sealing
  • Orifice Control Disk for consistent control for comfort and stability
  • Larger oil reservoirs for better heat dissipation and better performance

And like all Gabriel shocks and struts, Ultra LT shocks feature:

  • A super-finished chromed piston rod to inhibit corrosion, ensure proper seal lubrication, provide a more consistent wear surface
  • A leak-proof piston seal which extends product life
  • D.O.M. (Drawn-Over-Mandrel) Tubing that reduces internal wear for longer product life
About Gabriel

Starting in 1907, Gabriel invented the original shock absorber, followed by the first hydraulic shock absorber, the first adjustable shock absorber and the first air adjustable shock absorber. And today, it's still that same innovative, independent American company--building high-performance shocks and struts that cover over 96% of North American vehicles. Gabriel continues adding new product coverage, including expanding their line of ReadyMount strut assemblies, which make installation faster, safer and easier. And Gabriel continues that independent spirit, working hard to deliver innovative new products and services, every day.


The Gabriel Ultra Truck Shock is precision-engineered for safety and performance, and it comes equipped with G-Force technology for quicker response, improved product life, and consistent, reliable ride and control.StableSteer valving provides response from all four corners, and the G-Force piston is bonded iron construction for durability and longer life.By providing a positive seal between the piston and working cylinder, the nitrile leak-proof o-ring piston seal eliminates oil bypass. The orifice disk with variable nine-stage valving provides consistent oil flow while the heavy duty compression head valve withstands extreme impact, greatly reducing internal component failure.Preventing oil blow-by between piston rod and piston, improving operational consistency, is the nitrile rod guide o-ring.Internal nitrogen gas pressure optimizes the relationship between product component and gas pressure, reducing fade and improving vehicle control.


Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Gabriel G55698 Ultra Strut for select Chevrolet Cavalier/ Pontiac Sunfire models

Gabriel G55698 Ultra Strut for select Chevrolet Cavalier/ Pontiac Sunfire models Review



Gabriel G55698 Ultra Strut for select Chevrolet Cavalier/ Pontiac Sunfire models Feature

  • Orifice Disk with variable nine-stage valving provides consistent oil flow
  • G-Force technology for quicker response, improved product life, and consistent, reliable ride and control
  • StableSteer valving provides response from all four corners for a stable, safe ride
  • G-Force piston is bonded iron construction for durability and longer life, along with the heavy duty compression head valve that withstands extreme impact
  • This item is not for sale in Catalina Island

Ultra struts from the Original Gabriel breathe new life into a vehicle’s suspension, making Ultra an excellent choice for great performance under a variety of conditions. They’re for the person who enjoys driving, wants to maximize their driving experience and demands increased performance, safety and handling from their vehicle.

Super-finished chromed piston rod provides superior corrsion resistance
for longer life. View larger

Gabriel Ultra struts are precision-engineered for the ultimate in safety and performance and are designed to provide improved comfort and control, long life and durability, and maximum shock performance for today’s passenger cars.

Ultra struts are equipped with G-Force technology featuring:

  • Infinitely Variable Damping for on-demand control on all road conditions
  • StableSteer Valving improving tire contact with the road for control, safety and performance
  • G-Force Piston with bonded iron construction for long life and durability
  • OE designed single lip oil seal minimizes friction for optimal sealing
  • Orifice Control Disk for consistent control for comfort and stability

And like all Gabriel shocks and struts, Ultra shocks feature:

  • A super-finished chromed piston rod to inhibit corrosion, ensure proper seal lubrication, provide a more consistent wear surface
  • A leak-proof piston seal which extends product life
  • D.O.M. (Drawn-Over-Mandrel) Tubing that reduces internal wear for longer product life
About Gabriel

Starting in 1907, Gabriel invented the original shock absorber, followed by the first hydraulic shock absorber, the first adjustable shock absorber and the first air adjustable shock absorber. And today, it's still that same innovative, independent American company--building high-performance shocks and struts that cover over 96% of North American vehicles. Gabriel continues adding new product coverage, including expanding their line of ReadyMount strut assemblies, which make installation faster, safer and easier. And Gabriel continues that independent spirit, working hard to deliver innovative new products and services, every day.


The Gabriel Ultra Strut is precision-engineered for safety and performance, and it comes equipped with G-Force technology for quicker response, improved product life, and consistent, reliable ride and control.StableSteer valving provides response from all four corners, and the G-Force piston is bonded iron construction for durability and longer life.By providing a positive seal between the piston and working cylinder, the nitrile leak-proof o-ring piston seal eliminates oil bypass. The orifice disk with variable nine-stage valving provides consistent oil flow while the heavy duty compression head valve withstands extreme impact, greatly reducing internal component failure.Preventing oil blow-by between piston rod and piston, improving operational consistency, is the nitrile rod guide o-ring.Internal nitrogen gas pressure optimizes the relationship between product component and gas pressure, reducing fade and improving vehicle control.


Monroe 911168 Reflex Light Truck Shock Absorber

Monroe 911168 Reflex Light Truck Shock Absorber Review



Monroe 911168 Reflex Light Truck Shock Absorber Feature

  • Impact Sensor Technology: Innovative valving provides greater control for handling, while improving ride comfort
  • All Weather Fluid: Contains special modifiers to reduce friction and ensure smooth rod reaction
  • Full Displaced Valving: Better valving range on both the compression and extension cycles of the unit for a smooth comfortable ride
  • Fluon Banded Piston: Enhances responsiveness to changing road conditions
  • This item is not for sale in Catalina Island
The Monroe Reflex truck shock absorber with the patented Impact Sensor Technology combines specially tuned valving with a Fluon banded piston. The Impact Sensor valve has the ability to sense acceleration to improve the handling, safety, and overall ride characteristics of sport-utility vehicles, mini-vans and light trucks. The Impact Sensor base valve will sense a bump in the road and automatically adjust the shock to absorb the impact, leaving the shock with greater control when it is needed. The features of the Monroe Reflex truck shock absorber make it the superior shock for improved handling, safety, and comfort in all road conditions.


Monday, January 23, 2012

Monroe 5609 Sensa-Trac Passenger Car Shock Absorber

Monroe 5609 Sensa-Trac Passenger Car Shock Absorber Review



Monroe 5609 Sensa-Trac Passenger Car Shock Absorber Feature

  • All Weather Fluid: Contains special modifiers to reduce friction and ensure smooth rod reaction
  • Full Displaced Valving: Tuned specifically for each application, this valving automatically adjusts to road extremes to provide consistency and ride comfort
  • 1-3/16" Bore: Larger bore than most shocks to provide more efficient and consistent control
  • Fluon Banded Piston: Works with the existing groove tube technology to enhance responsiveness to changing road conditions
  • Unique Groove Tube - PSD: Precision tapered grooves in the pressure tube perform like an additional stage of valving for optimum ride tuning
The Monroe Sensa-Trac passenger car shock absorber with PSD (position sensitive damping) and the Safe Tech system combines our exclusive precision tapered grooves in the pressure tube with application engineered valving and Fluon banded piston to improve the ride, handling, and safety characteristics of the vehicle. These features allow the Monroe Sensa-Trac passenger car shock absorber to adjust more rapidly to changing road and weight conditions than any other available shock absorber.


Monroe 911502 Reflex Monotube Shock Absorber

Monroe 911502 Reflex Monotube Shock Absorber Review



Monroe 911502 Reflex Monotube Shock Absorber Feature

  • Hydraulic lockout to limit suspension travel
  • Precision-tune valving for extra control
  • Nitrogen gas-charged for quick response
  • Improved piston control with Fluon Band
  • This item is not for sale in Catalina Island
Monroe Reflex monotube shocks are specifically engineered to provide better handling, control and performance for light trucks and SUV's. These shocks feature a high-pressure gas charge that separates the unit internal oil and nitrogen to provide additional spring rate, helping to maximize damping efficiency and control. To further enhance ride control characteristics, Monroe Reflex monotube shocks include a hydraulic lockout to cushion the impact as the vehicle suspension is fully extended.


Sunday, January 22, 2012

Gabriel G56802 Ultra Gas Strut for select Volvo models

Gabriel G56802 Ultra Gas Strut for select Volvo models Review



Gabriel G56802 Ultra Gas Strut for select Volvo models Feature

  • The ultra strut is precision engineered for ultimate in safety and performance with G-Force Technology
  • StableSteer Valving provides consistent response giving you the most stable and safest ride
  • Nitrogen gas charged for superior response and consistent control
  • This item is not for sale in Catalina Island

Ultra struts from the Original Gabriel breathe new life into a vehicle’s suspension, making Ultra an excellent choice for great performance under a variety of conditions. They’re for the person who enjoys driving, wants to maximize their driving experience and demands increased performance, safety and handling from their vehicle.

Super-finished chromed piston rod provides superior corrsion resistance
for longer life. View larger

Gabriel Ultra struts are precision-engineered for the ultimate in safety and performance and are designed to provide improved comfort and control, long life and durability, and maximum shock performance for today’s passenger cars.

Ultra struts are equipped with G-Force technology featuring:

  • Infinitely Variable Damping for on-demand control on all road conditions
  • StableSteer Valving improving tire contact with the road for control, safety and performance
  • G-Force Piston with bonded iron construction for long life and durability
  • OE designed single lip oil seal minimizes friction for optimal sealing
  • Orifice Control Disk for consistent control for comfort and stability

And like all Gabriel shocks and struts, Ultra shocks feature:

  • A super-finished chromed piston rod to inhibit corrosion, ensure proper seal lubrication, provide a more consistent wear surface
  • A leak-proof piston seal which extends product life
  • D.O.M. (Drawn-Over-Mandrel) Tubing that reduces internal wear for longer product life
About Gabriel

Starting in 1907, Gabriel invented the original shock absorber, followed by the first hydraulic shock absorber, the first adjustable shock absorber and the first air adjustable shock absorber. And today, it's still that same innovative, independent American company--building high-performance shocks and struts that cover over 96% of North American vehicles. Gabriel continues adding new product coverage, including expanding their line of ReadyMount strut assemblies, which make installation faster, safer and easier. And Gabriel continues that independent spirit, working hard to deliver innovative new products and services, every day.



Saturday, January 21, 2012

Monroe 72105 Sensa-Trac Strut

Monroe 72105 Sensa-Trac Strut Review



Monroe 72105 Sensa-Trac Strut Feature

  • All Weather Fluid: Contains special modifiers to reduce friction and ensure smooth rod reaction
  • Rod Displaced Valving: Tuned specifically for each application, this valving automatically adjusts to road extremes to provide consistency and ride comfort
  • Fluon Banded Piston: Works with the existing groove tube technology to provide responsiveness to changing road conditions
  • Unique Groove Tube - PSD: Precision tapered grooves in the pressure tube perform like an additional stage of valving for optimum ride tuning
  • Hardened and Chrome Plated Piston Rod: Long service life
The Monroe Sensa-Trac strut with PSD (position sensitive damping) and the Safe Tech system combines our exclusive precision tapered grooves in the pressure tube with application engineered valving and Fluon banded piston to improve the ride, handling, and safety characteristics of the vehicle.


Friday, January 20, 2012

Monroe 37083 Sensa-Trac Light Truck Shock Absorber

Monroe 37083 Sensa-Trac Light Truck Shock Absorber Review



Monroe 37083 Sensa-Trac Light Truck Shock Absorber Feature

  • All Weather Fluid: Contains special modifiers to reduce friction and ensure smooth rod reaction
  • Full Displaced Valving: Valving automatically adjusts to road extremes to provide consistency and ride comfort
  • 1-3/8" Bore: Larger bore than most shocks to provide more efficient and consistent control
  • Fluon Banded Piston: Works with the existing groove tube technology to provide responsiveness to changing road conditions
  • Unique Groove Tube - PSD: Precision tapered grooves in the pressure tube perform like an additional stage of valving for optimum light truck ride tuning
The Monroe Sensa-Trac truck shock absorber with PSD (position sensitive damping) and the Safe Tech system combines our exclusive precision tapered grooves in the pressure tube with application engineered valving and Fluon banded piston to improve the ride, handling, and safety characteristics of the vehicle. These features allow the Monroe Sensa-Trac truck shock absorber to adjust more rapidly to changing road and weight conditions than any other available shock absorber. The result: enhanced control with uncompromised ride comfort.


Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Monroe 171667 Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly

Monroe 171667 Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly Review



Monroe 171667 Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly Feature

  • Bearing Plate
  • Upper Spring Isolator
  • Upper Spring Seat
  • Coil Spring
  • Boot Kit
The revolutionary Monroe Quick-Strut unit is the first complete, ready-to-install replacement strut assembly available! Monroe Quick-Strut units include all the components required for strut replacement in a single, fully-assembled unit. They feature pre-assembled replacement bearing plate, upper and lower spring isolators, upper spring seat, coil spring, boot kit, and a premium strut. This breakthrough design saves on installation time by eliminating having to disassemble components and compress the coil spring prior to installation. Each Quick-Strut assembly features application-engineered valving to optimize each vehicle's unique ride and handling characteristics


Tuesday, January 17, 2012

KYB SB123 Strut Boot

KYB SB123 Strut Boot Review



KYB SB123 Strut Boot Feature

  • Designed to keep leak causing dirt and debris away from polished strut shafts
  • Made from quality material
  • Prevents the strut from bottoming out
  • Highly durable
  • Facilitates easy installation
KYB Strut Boot is designed to keep dirt and debris away from polished strut shafts that causes leak. It is made from quality material and is highly durable. This strut boot prevents the strut from bottoming out and ensures easy installation.


StrongArm 4856 Jeep Grand Cherokee Liftgate Lift Support (R) 1993-98, Pack of 1

StrongArm 4856 Jeep Grand Cherokee Liftgate Lift Support (R) 1993-98, Pack of 1 Review



StrongArm 4856 Jeep Grand Cherokee Liftgate Lift Support (R) 1993-98, Pack of 1 Feature

  • Exact fit, OE quality design ensures easy installation and precise operation
  • No special installation tools required
  • Rubber O-Ring piston seal forces the fluid efficiently through the valving components providing consistent performance
  • Patented Multi-Lobe Seal makes gas springs more tolerant to vibration and temperature extremes
  • Individually tested for performance and reliability
StrongArm gas charged lift supports are custom engineered and manufactured beyond industry standards to provide smooth operation and durability. The hardened chromium plated steel shaft is precision ground and polished for superior corrosion resistance and leak free sealing. The self cleaning piston assembly automatically opens during each compression cycle to keep the orifice clear of fluid contaminants and provide smoother operation and reliable performance. Most units also utilize StrongArm's patented temperature compensation module valve which ensures consistent operation even in extreme weather conditions. It does so by compensating for normal gas pressure changes caused by temperature variations. The metallic upper bushing is manufactured with bearing quality precision to provide exact fit with pistion rod and promote a long operating life.


Monday, January 16, 2012

Monroe 904957 Strut-Mate Strut Mounting Kit

Monroe 904957 Strut-Mate Strut Mounting Kit Review



Monroe 904957 Strut-Mate Strut Mounting Kit Feature

  • Direct fit replacement designed to complement the ride control characteristics of Monroe struts
  • Inspects and replaces worn strut mounts
  • Consists of rubber to metal bonded parts
  • Enhances the handling, safety and performance of the vehicle
  • Backed by a limited warranty
Monroe Strut-Mate mounting kits are direct fit replacements designed to complement the ride control characteristics of Monroe struts. In addition, our full line will provide you with late model original equipment coverage.