TheSilverBullet
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Been running 5100s on my 2nd gens for years and have really liked them over Monroe and Ranchos that I’ve had but I’ve also read they have been having quality issues lately according to Thuren.
Rancho is a subdivision of Tenneco (sp?) that is a huge OEM shock and suspension builder. They are much more than just lift kits and shocks and have a ton of engineering behind them.
That's good to know. I haven't had a moment to stop and dig into anything, but I'm definitely leaning toward Rancho. :Cheer:
What, they take some "tire shrapnel" damage the other day?Subscribed. I think my fronts need replaced. Waiting for you all to box it out and find the winner for me.
I have the Rancho RS9000s on my 2WD 2000 Tahoe Limited (last of the 1999 body style) with their 4-inch lift kit and I like them. The adjustability works and is easy and nice. When my wife had surgery, I made them soft for a plusher ride then cranked them back up to firm for better handling. They also have an in-cab adjuster kit if you don't want to crawl under the truck to make adjustments.
My experiences with them have been great.
Corey, did they say anything about the 9000xl?
Wow, they made that big of a difference? That's pretty impressive.
The 9000's look pretty great for a pretty low cost, compression adjustable shock. This is my DD though and I like just driving it and not having to adjust things all the time, so I didn't ask about the 9000's.
What, they take some "tire shrapnel" damage the other day?
That's nice to hear about ranchos warranty, I'd never really looked into it. I'll be curious to see how you like the 7's, I'm really thinking about switching and it sounds like you prefer a firmer suspension like I do.
The XL shocks are larger diameter versions with more volume for heavier trucks that work the shocks more so they won't fade or overheat. I'd recommend the XLs for any diesel rig.
I usually do like a stiffer ride, and honestly, I don't want this to be too stiff, but I want it responsive. I've tried crappy/cheap shocks in the past on my 12V and it's just so heavy of a truck that the shocks don't even feel like they're there. I would have gotten the 5000's is I wasn't worried of that. Plus... I like how the 7000's look more :lolly:
I don't think they offer the 7000's in an XL, and I think they even did away with the XL when the 5000X came out. The 5000X added a nitrogen charge and increased bore considerably.