new shocks question
03-15-2003, 09:09 PM
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new shocks question
i am considering replacing my shocks on my 02 with either blistins or ranchos<br><br>will i notice a big difference in the ride or would i be better off putting my money somewhere else<br><br>i have never rode on the aftermarket shocks so i am wondering if the factory shocks are all that bad<br><br>i never haul over 200 lbs but use it for towing about 9000 lbs<br><br>i know a 3/4 ton will never ride like a car but am looking to soften some of the road ripples and small bumps in the road<br><br>
03-16-2003, 12:18 AM
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Re:new shocks question
I have RUFF COUNTRY shocks all around. Did improve handling. Stock shocks were wore out when I bought the truck.Wrecked the truck last week.Tore out entire front drivetrain. Rancho offer's 3 shock's that I know of. Rancho 5000, RSX or something like that, & 9000. I am going with the RSX. Adjust to different road conditions!!! No adjusting, no need to get out of truck & turn a **** from highway to dirt road like the 9000.
03-16-2003, 01:09 AM
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Re:new shocks question
I put in the Ranch 9000x shocks. They ride great with the nine way adjustment (dial your ride). Compared to the stock shocks there is no comparison.
03-16-2003, 07:58 AM
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Re:new shocks question
I also have the Rancho RS9000x's w/ in-cab remote system. It's a waaay better ride now! Plus I like being able to just hook up the fiver and jump in the cab and adjust the rear shocks for the load w/out having to crawl under the truck! ;D<br><br>Tony
03-16-2003, 08:29 AM
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Re:new shocks question
I'm with JetPilot on this one. I have the Bielsteins. The front of my truck (20K) was starting to feel kinda loose. I still may have other issues, trackbar, etc. but the shocks really helped. The big difference is in the rebounding.
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Re:new shocks question
I have Edelbrock Performer IAS shocks on all four corners. I mostly just ride the danged potholes but when tow I tow heavy and these shocks are doing well. Your money, your choice, all of them are equally pricey. If you don't have a need or desire to fiddle with a **** for different conditions then just about any of the premium shocks will work well for you.
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