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chipotledude05 · 10-12-2004, 08:24 PM

What kind of shocks are you guys running on your 4x4s, and how have they been? I'm getting close to needing new ones, and I want to know what you guys think.

ProjectK-10 · 10-12-2004, 10:37 PM

I am running the Rancho RS9000's- not 9000x's(I bought them before they came out). They are a vast improvement over the trailmasters that were on there. They really softened up the ride. The nice part is that I can stiffen up the ride by just a turn of the 5 position dial. That is great for when I go hunting and driving on the washboard roads. I really like theses shocks. I want to get a set of 9000x's and the remote adjustment setup as well

Pont · 10-13-2004, 12:17 AM

I'm running the same as ProjectK-10 and couldn't be happier with them! What's your budget? How much are you willing to spend?

poff · 10-13-2004, 10:18 AM

I run Bilstein stock replacements (longer than stock for my lift) and they work great.

chipotledude05 · 10-13-2004, 02:42 PM

I'm restoring my 61 4x4 (no lift. I figure that its quite high enough as it is, and nobody makes one for a truck that old.) so money for shocks really isn't a problem. I like all the ones mentioned so far.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 10-13-2004, 03:07 PM

I run doestch's and love em got rancho's on my yota and hate em....

pbmcauliffe · 10-13-2004, 03:14 PM

After runing Rancho (adj 9000's & standard 5000's), Pro Comp, SkyJacker and numerous others I tried a set of Bilsteins and now use them on every 4x4 buildup I do, unless I am installing big $$$ Fox, SwayAway, or King coilovers.

poff · 10-13-2004, 05:01 PM

A good 4wheel drive shop should be able to order your shocks by length and end style without an application guide. We called Bilstein for my buddies '01 Tacoma because he lifted it 2" and they told us which shocks would fit. There is a way to jack up your truck and let the suspension hang and measure between the shock mounts then lower it and do the same. A good shop or manufacturer can tell you exactly how to do this. Then you just need to know the diameter and length of your mounts. I highly recommend the Urethane shock bushings.

alf4444 · 10-13-2004, 07:08 PM

I just replaced the stock 114k mile bilsteins (loved em') on my 97 with superlifts. I've only put about 100 miles on em so hopefully they get better but so far I don't like em too bouncy. Everything else I have has Tuff country shocks and I love them.

chipotledude05 · 10-14-2004, 09:45 PM

thanks guys

HeavyK20 · 11-01-2004, 10:52 AM

Are the Rancho RS9000's Gas or Hydraulic?

yfs200p · 11-05-2004, 10:33 PM

where do you guys get Bilstein shocks and how much are they (ballpark) for 4?

10-12-2004, 08:24 PM	#1
chipotledude05 Strategery Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Rowlett, TX Posts: 63	Shock Recomendations What kind of shocks are you guys running on your 4x4s, and how have they been? I'm getting close to needing new ones, and I want to know what you guys think.

10-12-2004, 10:37 PM	#2
ProjectK-10 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Broomfield, Colorado Posts: 14	I am running the Rancho RS9000's- not 9000x's(I bought them before they came out). They are a vast improvement over the trailmasters that were on there. They really softened up the ride. The nice part is that I can stiffen up the ride by just a turn of the 5 position dial. That is great for when I go hunting and driving on the washboard roads. I really like theses shocks. I want to get a set of 9000x's and the remote adjustment setup as well __________________ '72 K-10 Longbed, 4" Lift, Rancho RS9000 Shocks, Trailmaster Springs(soon to be replaced), 35" Procomp Tires, Freshly Rebuilt 350, TH350, NP205, and More To Come

10-13-2004, 12:17 AM	#3
Pont I need another Barley Pop Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Grants Pass, OR Posts: 1,629	I'm running the same as ProjectK-10 and couldn't be happier with them! What's your budget? How much are you willing to spend? __________________ 67 Short Fleet 4x4 04 Honda CRF450R 89 Toyota 4-Runner 34 Ford 2 door sedan - Long term project ---------------------------------------------- There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness"

10-13-2004, 10:18 AM	#4
poff Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: san diego, ca Posts: 546	I run Bilstein stock replacements (longer than stock for my lift) and they work great. __________________ '70 K-20 San Diego, CA

10-13-2004, 03:07 PM	#6
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	I run doestch's and love em got rancho's on my yota and hate em.... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

10-13-2004, 02:42 PM	#5
chipotledude05 Strategery Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Rowlett, TX Posts: 63	I'm restoring my 61 4x4 (no lift. I figure that its quite high enough as it is, and nobody makes one for a truck that old.) so money for shocks really isn't a problem. I like all the ones mentioned so far.

10-13-2004, 03:14 PM	#7
pbmcauliffe Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Bremerton, WA. Posts: 104	After runing Rancho (adj 9000's & standard 5000's), Pro Comp, SkyJacker and numerous others I tried a set of Bilsteins and now use them on every 4x4 buildup I do, unless I am installing big $$$ Fox, SwayAway, or King coilovers.

10-13-2004, 05:01 PM	#8
poff Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: san diego, ca Posts: 546	A good 4wheel drive shop should be able to order your shocks by length and end style without an application guide. We called Bilstein for my buddies '01 Tacoma because he lifted it 2" and they told us which shocks would fit. There is a way to jack up your truck and let the suspension hang and measure between the shock mounts then lower it and do the same. A good shop or manufacturer can tell you exactly how to do this. Then you just need to know the diameter and length of your mounts. I highly recommend the Urethane shock bushings. __________________ '70 K-20 San Diego, CA

10-13-2004, 07:08 PM	#9
alf4444 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: taylorsville, UT Posts: 778	I just replaced the stock 114k mile bilsteins (loved em') on my 97 with superlifts. I've only put about 100 miles on em so hopefully they get better but so far I don't like em too bouncy. Everything else I have has Tuff country shocks and I love them. __________________ 2011 CCSB GMC 2500HD DMAX 73 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 96 Chevy 1500 STD Cab Shortbed Z71 Owner of WickedWolfRC.com

10-14-2004, 09:45 PM	#10
chipotledude05 Strategery Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Rowlett, TX Posts: 63	thanks guys

11-01-2004, 10:52 AM	#11
HeavyK20 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: New Richmond, WI Posts: 547	Are the Rancho RS9000's Gas or Hydraulic? __________________ Eric 1969 K20, 465/205 package

11-05-2004, 10:33 PM	#12
yfs200p E.H.F.D Engine #2 Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: East Hampton, NY Long Island Posts: 916	where do you guys get Bilstein shocks and how much are they (ballpark) for 4? __________________ -NICK '72 K10 SWB Fleetside. Avocado Highlander 350-4speed-NP205 Frame Off Re-Creation '89 GMC V3500 C/C Flatbed Plow Truck 454/SM465/Np205 '15 Chevy 2500HD CCSB High Country Duramax '22 Tahoe Premier Duramax



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