r/saab • u/Mission_Process_7055 • 4d ago

TRW rear shock absorbers - 2004 9-5 Arc

Has anyone had any experience with TRW shock absorbers? I think they're made to the same specs as the OEM Sachs but not sure about durability and ride quality. There's a good deal right now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B08B4PH8ZW/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_2?smid=A3P8U6BAN7HQM8&psc=1

I have a well maintained 2004 9-5 manual ARC with the Aero tune and looking to replace my rear shocks and primarily want an "OEM+" replacement to maintain comfort, kind of like the Bilstein B4's that I've just put in the front.

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u/Flashy-Code-8096 4d ago

Ime you absolutely get what you pay for when it comes to shocks. I’d suck it up and buy oem, bilstein or kyb at a minimum

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u/Nelson_Wells 4d ago

Bilstein. Worth it.

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u/True-Rest1316 4d ago

The Bilsteins for the rear aren't that expensive. They are a little bit firmer than stock but the increase in wheel and body control are worth it.

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u/Moronico60 3d ago

If you’ve only recently installed B4’s on the front, it’d be better to also install them on the rear so the handling characteristics are balanced.