BattOsai Posted November 12, 2020 Report Share Posted November 12, 2020 Trying to decide between Moog and Gabriel front struts, but I want them to be loaded. And in the rear still looking, was looking at Gabriel shock absorbers but heard that they are made in China. Any suggestions would be appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5rebel9 Posted November 12, 2020 Report Share Posted November 12, 2020 (edited) 35 minutes ago, BattOsai said: Trying to decide between Moog and Gabriel front struts, but I want them to be loaded. And in the rear still looking, was looking at Gabriel shock absorbers but heard that they are made in China. Any suggestions would be appreciated Not a lot of truly "made in USA" stuff anymore. With quality come cost, how thick is your wallet for budget? Check out rockauto.com, I've used them for many years now and am very satisfied with purchases from them. Just watch the shipping at checkout if you use them, some items have exploded in shipping costs lately. For example Just 2 weeks ago I was going to buy a replacement LF fender for my 04 T&C for a GREAT PRICE of $27.00...Cheapest shipping was $220.00 for that $27.00 item! Edited November 12, 2020 by 5rebel9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BattOsai Posted November 12, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 12, 2020 Thanks for the reply, the cost is the least thing I'm worried about, it's quality and ride. Gabriel struts would be fine just was wondering about Moog struts ride. Would put Monroe or Kyb but they don't have them loaded. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5rebel9 Posted November 12, 2020 Report Share Posted November 12, 2020 (edited) I can't speak from experience with the DJ on brand that does best...yet But I've felt that Gabriels seemed a bit softer in ride quality over Monroe/Moog in may many other past Dodge/Chry vans and cars. Of course it is the springs that make the difference in cornering and the hyd. shock portion that controls the compression/rebound on rougher roads. And I've found that "quick struts" tend to use the softer spring rate springs. I was very disappointed in curves and rough road susp. travel in the Gabriel struts I put in my 04 T&C with factory tow package (firmer springs). But I just watch my speeds and road craters more closely to compensate now. Edited November 12, 2020 by 5rebel9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John/Horace Posted November 14, 2020 Report Share Posted November 14, 2020 (edited) If cost doesn’t matter, how about OEM struts for an R/T Journey. Stiffer than base models and should be plug and play with no mods. I’m surprised that my r/t struts are still functional at 130k miles. Front sell for $177 cdn each, not crazy. By the time you buy upper strut mount and new cartridge your pretty much there. Home 2014 Dodge Journey Suspension Shocks & Struts SUSPENSION/SHOCKS & STRUTS FOR 2014 DODGE JOURNEY SELECT SHOCKS & STRUTS PART 2014 DODGE JOURNEY CHANGE VEHICLE 1 10 11 12 13 14 15 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 No. Part # / Description List Price Price 1 68170049AB / Strut Strut, LEFT AWD, W/ HIGH PERFO Edited November 14, 2020 by John/Horace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
14WhiteRTRallye Posted November 14, 2020 Report Share Posted November 14, 2020 I rented a 4 cyl crossroad once... 19 inch wheels and associated suspension. I could really feel a difference from my heavier 6 cyl R/T. I guess you would have to upgrade to 19s too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John/Horace Posted November 15, 2020 Report Share Posted November 15, 2020 It looks like curb weight spec is 3818 versus,4238:using 2014 r/t awd with six versus 2014 se with 2 wheel drive. More than I thought, I’m surprised. Have also driven both versions for at least 30 minutes. 4,238 lbs. R/T 4dr All-wheel Drive 2014 Dodge Journey Specs Exterior Wheelbase 113.8 " Ground clearance 7.2 " Curb 4,238 lbs. Gross weight 5,600 lbs. 3 more rows Measurements Most Popular SE 4dr SUV 2.4L 4cyl 4A Starting MSRP $19,995 Select a style Select a style Front Track61.8 in.Maximum Cargo Capacity67.6 cu.ft.Curb Weight3818 lbs.Gross Weight5005 lbs.Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place39.6 cu.ft.Drag Coefficient0.37 cd.Maximum Payload1212 lbs. 2014 Dodge Journey R/T 4dr All-wheel Drive Specs and Prices Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BattOsai Posted November 16, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 16, 2020 Thanks for the reply, I'm narrowing it down to either Gabriel or Monroe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted November 16, 2020 Report Share Posted November 16, 2020 Go with Monroe. 2late4u 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2late4u Posted November 16, 2020 Report Share Posted November 16, 2020 2 hours ago, jkeaton said: Go with Monroe. have used the Monroe quick struts on my daughters mail caravan and never had any problems with it anymore, easy to install as well jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BattOsai Posted November 17, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2020 Thanks, any thoughts on Moog struts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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