Rancho 9000s

[mwrbunny]

I've read in some past threads that the rear coil suspension could drop approx 1" by switching stock (gas charged) shocks for aftermarkets such as the Rancho 9000s.

Any truth to this?

[Lucky1]

I just replaced my factory shocks with Rancho RS9000XL adjustable shocks this weekend. I can't tell if the truck was lowerered an inch but the Rancho RS9000XL seem to be great shocks. They can be set to ride very soft and plush as well as very firm and sporty. Very well worth the money.

[timgco]

no, it does not lower the truck, I have ran them on every one of my H2's/ coil sprung and air susp. no drop due to shocks.

[Lucky1]

Timgco what settings did you use for regular everyday driving. Just curious.

[Cazador]

How much better of a ride do the Ranchos give you? Thinking I might pop for these if it will increase the comfort factor. I like that they're adjustable as I alternate weeks in town/on the farm.

[timgco]

5 front/ 4 rear when unloaded.

added the warn winch bumper and went to 7 and 6 to even out the ride a little better.

When towing I cranked the rears to 8.

Those seemed to work best for me.

I would start at 5 front and rear and go up from there.

make sure to add in the rancho steering stabilizer while your at. That made a huge difference as well.

[mwrbunny]

I bought Rancho steering stabilizer and RS9000XL shocks for front. Thought I'd see how I liked those before moving to rear.

I think maybe I should have the local mechanic install the steering stabilizer since it looks like it would be a lot easier to get to with the vehicle lifted (to get skid plate off, etc...) Thoughts?

Front shocks look easy enough......anybody know what the ft/lb torque should be for top nut and bottom bolt on those? Searched here & couldn't find....