Rancho Shocks????
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Rancho Shocks????
I have stock 2003 4x4 V10 and looking to upgrage the shocks. Looking at Rancho's but I see 2 different models of the 9000's. The only difference I see is the extended and compressed lengths. Which ones do I need to order?
Thanks and I did try to search too.
Part #RS999266
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ra...odel/excursion
Part #RS999267
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ra...odel/excursion
Thanks and I did try to search too.
Part #RS999266
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ra...odel/excursion
Part #RS999267
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ra...odel/excursion
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I have stock 2003 4x4 V10 and looking to upgrage the shocks. Looking at Rancho's but I see 2 different models of the 9000's. The only difference I see is the extended and compressed lengths. Which ones do I need to order?
Thanks and I did try to search too.
Part #RS999266
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ra...odel/excursion
Part #RS999267
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ra...odel/excursion
Thanks and I did try to search too.
Part #RS999266
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ra...odel/excursion
Part #RS999267
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ra...odel/excursion
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You can contact Rancho's forum rep here Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums - View Profile: Rancho Suspension He was very helpful working with me to get the correct RS9000s for my lifted EX. I don't have the part numbers for the stock lengths, but those look to be pretty close based off the specs for my longer ones.
For better shock looks for longer you can give them an extra coat of clear paint (spray can) and a coat of wax or Fluid Film. I only waxed mine before install 3+ years ago and they still look OK......for 3 year old shocks.
I also found that before installation the adjuster assemblies come off easily with a small Allen wrench. I then coated the inside of that area with white lithium grease to ensure smooth operation of the adjusters over time, mine still turn as well as when new.
For better shock looks for longer you can give them an extra coat of clear paint (spray can) and a coat of wax or Fluid Film. I only waxed mine before install 3+ years ago and they still look OK......for 3 year old shocks.
I also found that before installation the adjuster assemblies come off easily with a small Allen wrench. I then coated the inside of that area with white lithium grease to ensure smooth operation of the adjusters over time, mine still turn as well as when new.
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On your links to the Summit pages the Front/Rear description is directly above the "Estimated Shipping Date" and just below the 5 stars of the Review.
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The problem that I have with 4 Wheel Parts is that I have to pay to send the defective shock back. Other online vendors just issue a return UPS label. The shock is heavy so I'm expecting to pay over $20.00+ to send it back. They wanted pictures of the shock, but I have not heard anything back from them. Would I do business with them again? Not with that kind of return policy.
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Shocks are almost as bad as motor oil with opinions.
Having said that I say to each their own with shocks as everyone likes the ride feel a little different.
If you are hell bent on Rancho though I would suggest the 7000 series. IMO that is the best shock Rancho makes let alone for the dollar.
Good luck
Having said that I say to each their own with shocks as everyone likes the ride feel a little different.
If you are hell bent on Rancho though I would suggest the 7000 series. IMO that is the best shock Rancho makes let alone for the dollar.
Good luck
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