Consensus on shocks for lifted ST?

[J C]

I have researched past threads on this topic and there did not seem to be a definitive answer. Can anyone say with certainty if longer shocks are needed for a 2003 2WD with 3" lift spindles/TT/4"rear springs/shackle lift.?

 

[Richard Toms]

If lifting more than 2", I would say you would have to get raised shocks. I mean, it would only make sense too. B/c if not, may over extend the shock.

 

[Johnny O]

For the lift you're describing, stock length would be fine for the front but you'll need longer ones in the rear.

Spindles don't affect the front shock length and a TT is okay with the stockers.

 

[Mat Deegan]

no u dont need longer shocks. ive been running with that set up for a year. no problem so far

 

[Rodger Tellefson]

I saw in a truck magazine that SuperLift makes shocks for lifted trucks.

 

[Cris Laroco]

I'm using Pro Comp ES9000's on all four corners of my truck. The fronts are basic replacements, but the rears are extended length shocks. I had regular height ES9000s in the rear with just the shackles and body lift, but went with the longer shocks in the rear when I added the spindle and leaf springs because it looked like I was going to have issues with the rear shocks topping out. And that's with the 2 1/2" leaf springs. With the 4", I would go with longer shocks just to be safe. Just my opinion, though...