Shock Surplus Reviews 1,376

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the quality of the products, often highlighting how well they perform and the significant improvement they bring to vehicle ride quality. Many consumers also commend the excellent customer service, noting the helpfulness and knowledge of the staff in assisting with product selection and addressing inquiries. The delivery service is frequently described as fast and efficient, with many orders arriving quickly and well-packaged. However, some people were dissatisfied with aspects of their order experience. A few customers reported issues with orders being delayed, incomplete, or containing incorrect items. There were also instances where communication regarding shipping and backordered items was unclear or inconsistent, leading to frustration for some.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cheri was prompt and kind in giving me a price match on an already purchased item that went on sale a couple days after purchase. It's also great to find a place that will preassemble coil overs so w... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bryan was very knowledgeable and friendly. I really appreciated his professionalism and great positive attitude. I had a million questions. LOL Bryan helped me pick out the best shocks for my preferre... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sean, Michael and the guys at shock surplus take really good care of their customers. They reply promptly via email, help you through warranty replacement, choosing the correct strut & shock set up fo... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Repeat customer here. Item shipped out and arrived VERY quickly. Can't say enough good things about their customer service. Didn't need anything with this part of my order, but had some backorder issu... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding service and product selection

I have ordered shocks from Shock Surplus for several years now. From my F250, to my 2000 Tundra, to the family Suburban, and recently to my 1500 GMC's. Shocks Surplus has always had the shocks for my trucks, best price, quick shipping and great customer service. No joke.....my last GMC is a 2026 and when I went searching for my shocks, 2026 wasn't in the drop down list. I called in, and the guys helped me find the right shocks. They even text me the direct links to make finding them extremely easy.

This is my place to get shocks for my truck, no questions. Recommend to anyone and all.

December 3, 2025
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks for the incredible feedback and for being such a loyal customer over the years! We really appreciate you trusting us with all of your vehicles, from your F250 and Tundra to the Suburban and now your GMCs. It’s awesome to hear our team was able to help you track down the right shocks for your 2026 and make the process easy. Your continued support and recommendation mean a lot to us. Thanks for choosing Shock Surplus as your go to source for shocks!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered the Bilstein 6112s for my 2015…

Ordered the Bilstein 6112s for my 2015 F150 to replace/upgrade my worn out factory struts. Loving them so far! The ride is smoother and way less body roll in turns. Also had them setup for the 2 inch lift. Still need to do some off-roading but that will come soon. Quick shipping and easy ordering.

January 26, 2026
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks for the awesome feedback! We’re glad to hear the Bilstein 6112s are making such a big difference on your F150 and that the 2 inch setup is working out well for you. Smoother ride and reduced body roll is always a great upgrade. We appreciate the shoutout on the quick shipping and easy ordering, and we hope they perform just as well when you hit the trails.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Awesome support

Nick was very patient in answering all my questions. He was helpful and informative and was very quick to respond. A+ support.

January 26, 2026
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks for the great feedback! We’re glad to hear Nick was able to answer all your questions and provide quick, helpful support. We really appreciate the shoutout and your A+ rating.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great company and great service

Shock Surplus had what I wanted at a great price. Their after sale support has been super helpful as well. A shipping provider mishandled a portion of my order and Shock Surplus handled the entire claim process and got portion of my order replaced quickly and without any hassle.

January 26, 2026
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks for the great feedback! We’re glad you found what you needed at a great price and that our after-sale support was able to take care of the shipping issue quickly and smoothly. Taking the hassle off your plate is exactly what we aim to do. We appreciate you choosing Shock Surplus and are always here if you need anything else!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great products

Great products, great prices, and most importantly, a very user-friendly website. The return process could use some assistance.

December 11, 2025
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks for the great feedback! We’re glad to hear you were happy with the products, pricing, and the ease of using our website. We also appreciate the note about the return process and will take that into account as we work to make it even smoother.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The service

The service, knowledge base, and the speed of delivery is top notch. Order with confidence from these guys!!!!!

January 15, 2026
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks for the awesome feedback! We’re glad to hear our service, product knowledge, and fast delivery stood out. We really appreciate the recommendation and your support. Thanks for choosing Shock Surplus!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Worst experience I've ever had with a company

Worst experience I've ever had with a company. First they forgot to input my order than second sent me the wrong shock size 3rd when trying to get in contact with them over email or phone in a timely matter its impossible to get simple answers on how to return the wrong shocks and get the right shocks coming or just to get a simple refund horrible customer service would not recommend ordering anything from shock surplus+this wasn't for one vehicle it was for a small fleet of work trucks very disappointing

December 30, 2025
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thank you for sharing your experience. We sincerely apologize for the frustration you went through with your order. That is not the level of service we strive to provide.

We understand how upsetting it is to experience multiple issues, including order delays, incorrect parts being sent, and difficulty getting timely return or refund guidance. That is not acceptable, and we take this feedback seriously. Your experience will be reviewed internally so we can address where the breakdowns occurred and improve our processes moving forward.

Please reach out to our Operations Manager at kristie@shocksurplus.com so she can review the situation for you. We truly regret the inconvenience this caused and appreciate you taking the time to share your concerns.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Company

The shipping was fast, finding the part I needed was easy, and the price was reasonable, overall I have no complaints and am very happy with my experience with Shock Surplus

December 1, 2025
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks for the great feedback! We’re glad to hear shipping was fast, finding the right part was easy, and the pricing worked out well for you. It’s awesome to know you’re happy with your overall experience. We appreciate you choosing Shock Surplus!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible!

Terrible!! By far worse experience of online shopping. Ordered one set of shock, was told they were delayed to end of following month. They advised me to purchase another brand, I did. Took 3 weeks to ship. I had to beg them. When ship, they sent me 4 rear shocks. Then was told Front one were 21 days backorder. Now was just told Fron one is backorder for another 2 months. Disaster, it is almost fraud the way they operate.

December 15, 2025
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Hello Tommy -
Thank you for sharing your experience. We sincerely apologize for the frustration and inconvenience you’ve encountered. This is not the level of service we aim to provide, and we understand how upsetting it is when timelines change and orders do not arrive as expected.

There were multiple issues involved here, including manufacturer backorders, shipping delays, and a fulfillment error that resulted in the wrong items being sent. While we work closely with our suppliers and warehouses, we recognize that this situation was not handled as smoothly as it should have been.

We understand how disruptive this has been to your plans and appreciate your patience throughout the process. Your feedback has been shared internally. If you would like us to review your order status again or help explore immediate alternatives or refund options, our team is ready to assist, we have issued a $50 refund for the inconvenience this has caused you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer Service

Kristie’s customer service was amazing the whole time. She was very helpful with giving updates and making sure to keep me in the loop with my order. 10/10 will order from Shock Surplus again!

January 22, 2026
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks so much for the awesome feedback! We’re really glad Kristie was able to keep you updated and make the whole process smooth for you. Staying in touch and keeping customers in the loop is a big priority for us. We truly appreciate the support and look forward to helping you again next time you order with Shock Surplus!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Replaced my old shocks with Monroe…

Replaced my old shocks with Monroe Magnums which were on my truck and says they're OE. I bought my truck with 98k on it and now has 220k and not sure if the ones I just replaced were the originals ones that came on it or not. Either way, I figured go with the same ones which were reasonably priced after comparing everything else that was much pricier and glad I did. The truck now sits up an 1-2" higher in front and the ride has been restored. The fit was exact to what was on there and the fronts came with the top mounting rubber grommets, washers and nut and all other hardware you just reuse (bolts/nuts) for bottom front shocks and rear shocks. Order was easy and shipment was fast, I believe 3 days or so to California. Would order from them again.

January 18, 2026
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear the Monroe Magnums were a great fit and helped restore your ride height and comfort. It’s always satisfying to feel that improvement after replacing worn shocks, especially with that many miles on the truck. We appreciate you mentioning the included hardware and fast shipping too.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Resolved with Class

Well to start it wasn't so great, the shocks I got are awesome love Bilstein. The issue was I got my shocks and struts delivered and one of the strut boxes were damaged and missing the install kit or the coil springs. So I got a hold of Shock Surplus and told them the issue and they where completely understanding. I am very pleased to say they sent the correct parts and everything turned out great. I will be recommending them.

November 20, 2025
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks for sharing your experience! We’re sorry to hear about the initial issue with the damaged box and missing parts, but we’re glad our team was able to get everything sorted out quickly. It’s great to hear you’re loving the Bilstein's and that the final setup worked out perfectly. We really appreciate the recommendation.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast replys professional advice and…

Fast replys professional advice and only sell the best products

January 20, 2026
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks for the great feedback! We’re glad to hear our quick replies and professional advice stood out, and that you appreciate the quality of the products we carry.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bought Rancho quick lift struts from…

Bought Rancho quick lift struts from shock surplus ,for a 2013 F-150, terrible ride truck had more noises than an old western wagon contacted them and they said they might help me out with a refund but then clearly told me there was nothing they could do after spending over $500 not happy would not recommend buying anything off them. Their refund policy sucks.!

January 1, 2026
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re sorry to hear you were unhappy with the ride quality after installing the Rancho QuickLift struts on your F-150. We understand how frustrating it can be when a suspension upgrade does not meet expectations.

We did attempt to submit a warranty claim on your behalf with Rancho. After reviewing the case, Rancho advised that their warranty only covers manufacturer defects or failed parts. They also confirmed that the QuickLift strut is designed as an off-road oriented shock and is expected to feel firmer compared to a factory-style replacement.

It’s also important to note that these shocks feature adjustable compression and dampening, with 9 position adjustability that allows the ride to be tuned from very soft to very firm. Proper adjustment can make a noticeable difference in ride comfort depending on driving style and overall vehicle setup.

Our return and refund policies follow manufacturer guidelines, especially once suspension components have been installed and driven on, which limits what we are able to offer in some cases. We understand that ride feel is subjective and can differ from expectations, and we truly regret that this setup did not meet what you were hoping for. Please reach out to our Operations Manager at kristie@shocksurplus.com and we will see what we can help you with.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exactly What I Needed. Complete, Pre-Assembled Shock Kit

I had a great experience ordering suspension parts from Shocks Surplus. What stood out immediately was that Shocks Surplus was one of the only places offering a complete, pre-assembled kit. The KYB Strut-Plus front assemblies came fully assembled, and the KYB Excel-G rear shocks were included as a matched set. And they were designed as OEM-equivalent replacements.

Other retailers required buying individual components or assembling the spring system myself, which I wanted to avoid. Having everything pre-assembled saved time and removed a lot of guesswork.

Ordering was straightforward, the parts arrived as described, installation went smoothly, and my car has been restored to factory ride characteristics. Overall, it was a much easier process than I expected, and I’d definitely consider using Shocks Surplus again for future suspension work.

November 29, 2025
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks for the detailed and thoughtful review! We’re really glad to hear the pre-assembled KYB Strut-Plus kit and matched Excel-G rears made the process easier and helped restore your factory ride quality. Saving time and removing guesswork is exactly why we offer those complete packages.

It’s great to know ordering, delivery, and installation all went smoothly. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to helping you again with any future suspension projects!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bilstein 4600 Shocks

I spoke with a customer service representative before my on line purchase. I was assured the parts I was purchasing were the right parts for my vehicle. My full set of shocks arrived at the same time. They are installed and I'm back to a smoother ride.

January 6, 2026
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks for the great feedback! We’re glad our team was able to help confirm the right parts for your vehicle and that everything arrived together as expected. It’s even better to hear you’re back to enjoying a smoother ride. We appreciate you choosing Shock Surplus and are here anytime you need help again!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fair parts at a fair price

Prices were competitive, selection was vast, and shipping was timely.
I didn't realize how bad the ride had gotten on both my trucks until after throwing new Bilsteins 5100's on. I should have done it thousands of miles ago.

December 2, 2025
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks for the great feedback! We’re glad you found our pricing competitive, the selection helpful, and shipping on point. It’s always amazing how big of a difference fresh shocks make, especially with the Bilstein 5100s. Sounds like both trucks got a much needed upgrade. We appreciate you choosing Shock Surplus and hope you enjoy the smoother ride for many miles to come!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Asking Questions

Had a few questions about the Bilstein kit and they responded quickly and answered all my questions. Normally a company just gives a short unhelpful response to get the conversation over with. Not these guys!

January 15, 2026
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks for the great feedback! We’re glad our team took the time to answer your questions properly and give you the info you needed. Making sure customers feel informed and confident is important to us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Shock Surplus did an outstanding job

Shock Surplus did an outstanding job. Super fast turnaround and excellent service. I originally found them through YouTube and decided to give them a shot—glad I did. Shipping was impressively quick, even to Hawaiʻi, which is not easy to pull off. Everything arrived exactly as expected and well packaged. I’ll absolutely use them again and would recommend them without hesitation.

December 31, 2025
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks for the awesome review! We’re really glad you found us through YouTube and decided to give us a shot. It’s great to hear everything arrived quickly and in perfect condition, especially all the way to Hawaii. We truly appreciate the recommendation and your support. Looking forward to helping you again in the future. Thanks for choosing Shock Surplus!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

2nd time ordering this shock set

2nd time ordering this shock set, good experience! The cognito swing arms were not in stock and did not ship separately like supposed too.. but customer service fixed it and refunded me for the swing arms.

January 8, 2026
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Reply from Shock Surplus

Thanks for coming back and sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear your second order went well overall. We apologize for the issue with the Cognito swing arms not shipping separately as expected, but we’re happy our customer service team was able to get that taken care of and issue the refund quickly. We really appreciate your continued support.

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