Rear Shocks

[HummerHead]

Besides the shock problems you've had in the rear, how do you like the Truxxx leveling kit overall? How does it handle now compared to stock?

[stagger_lee]

Leaf springs, hangers and shackles can get a bit creeky. Try slappin some grease on the hangers and lube everything all up. Clean first. mud and water = noisey suspension

[Gottmud]

I do like the truxxx kit, and the truxxx company was excellent to deal with. They even sent me a couple of truxxx t-shirts. I find the truck skips on pot holes or similar road indents. I love the way it sits at an even height with the 35"s. I regularly wheel on 3 & 3.5 trails. The truck needs a front locker though on the 3.5 trails. I put a winch on, which compensates for when i get stuck. I have wheeled the crap out of this truck, and so far it has stood the test of time. The only problem I believe so far is the rear shocks, which rattle. I am going to replace them with ?????. I am also going to replace the fronts with ????. Any suggestions anyone. A little stiffer suspension would help on the trails in my opinion.

[HummBebe]

I'm still working on a solution for my shock replacement.

Not sure yet.

[stagger_lee]

Bilsteins are nice and stiff. Also look into Old man emu. Someone mentioned those on here, and they are great shocks I know forst hand, but Im not sure if they make shocks for H3's although anything will work as long as its the right weight rating, length and stiffness you want. Adjustable Kings might be an option too, no coils.

I also suggested to Bebes replacing stock leafs with Deavers, but kind of expensive.

http://www.deaverspring.com/products.htm

[HummBebe]

Please keep in mind that very few companies make shocks for H3's.

You will most likely have to go with a custom application that will not be warranteed by the manufacturer in most cases.

[Hunner]

Hello, Bebe I just measured my clearance and my front is 24" from wheel center/axle center to bottom of fender. Back is 25. What is yours now and how long were the Ranchos you were running? Im just wondering how long we have to go or make extensions if it is a hard to get length. Im considering trying longer ones in the front. Do you think longer in the front than you had is the answer?