my wifes 03 montero sport xls awd is due for some shocks/struts, the rearfactory shocks/struts tend to bottom out fairly easy

looking for something thats gives a good ride and handles good at highway speeds

 

i have 2002 MS LS and i just installed Monroe's reflex shocks and so far i cant complain... handles very well on the highway and absorbs alot of the impact when driving over speed bumps and train tracks at speeds around 25-30mph.... hope this info helps... oh if and when you do decide to put them on if you do the job yourself .... the left rear is a royal PITA since the gas tank filler tube is in the way... i didnt have to much time to attempt and move it out of the way but i was able to rig up bunch of dog bones and extensions to reach the upper nut.

 

ok ill check them out, the only thing we really carry in the back is the stroller. we dont really have anything in the compartments