Which shocks are better for a flatbedder, gas or oil?

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  1. BRD TRANSPORT

    BRD TRANSPORT Light Load Member

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    Gas or oil type shock.
    Witch one is better,and realistic.
    Im a flat bedder and i go down town if you know what i mean.
    Lots of curbs while turnning and going over Cant be avoided.
     
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    All shocks are oil. Some have gas in addition to the oil. The pressure of gas shocks is supposed to prevent frothing or aeration of the oil.
     
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