Best shock option.
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Best shock option.
So we're in the process of upgrading our 2014 f250 cc with a 6.2l and of course 4x4 to pull a yet purchased Open Range 5th wheel. Regarding shocks, I've narrowed it down to the Bilstein 5100 or Rancho RS9000xl, the Rancho seems the best with the adjustment option, besides the original shocks(Rancho's) need to go.
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This subject has been beaten to death on the diesel and SD forums. The two you noted are generally the ones that are highly thought of by most. My experience is with Bilstein's on the now gone '06 F350 and it was a positive one.They can seem to create a harsh ride for some, but for me, that ride was fine. Jump ahead to the current truck - my available finances were such when I needed shocks, couldn't afford the price so went with the KYBs - and so far, two years, 25K miles later, am still happy with that choice.
Oh and one plus on the Rancho's - there are mfr. promotions regularly which make the cost very competitive with Bilstein's
Oh and one plus on the Rancho's - there are mfr. promotions regularly which make the cost very competitive with Bilstein's
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Thanks for the rebate info.....
Just ordered a set for my Truck.
20K miles and the OEM shocks are dead.
Had then on my 2011 F350 SRW.......Fantastic !!
Just ordered a set for my Truck.
20K miles and the OEM shocks are dead.
Had then on my 2011 F350 SRW.......Fantastic !!
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Was thinking gas magnums as the rebate doesn't cover the rancho 9000's.
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This is what I ordered.......
2 ea. 2005-2015 Ford F350 Superduty 4wd w/ Dual Rear Wheels Excl. Chassis Cab (Lifted 0" Front, NA Rear) - Rancho RS9000XL Shock (Front) $221.98
2 ea. 2005-2015 Ford F350 Superduty 4wd w/ Dual Rear Wheels Excl. Chassis Cab (Lifted 0" Front, NA Rear) - Rancho RS9000XL Shock (Rear) $221.98
Model: RS999042..........Front
Model: RS999254..........Rear
From:
https://www.sdtrucksprings.com/
I have done business with them in the past. Good outfit.
2 ea. 2005-2015 Ford F350 Superduty 4wd w/ Dual Rear Wheels Excl. Chassis Cab (Lifted 0" Front, NA Rear) - Rancho RS9000XL Shock (Front) $221.98
2 ea. 2005-2015 Ford F350 Superduty 4wd w/ Dual Rear Wheels Excl. Chassis Cab (Lifted 0" Front, NA Rear) - Rancho RS9000XL Shock (Rear) $221.98
Model: RS999042..........Front
Model: RS999254..........Rear
From:
https://www.sdtrucksprings.com/
I have done business with them in the past. Good outfit.
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RockAuto has the best prices I found. About $85 each.
And there are several 5% RockAuto rebate codes floating around (try 3690459B490384).
I got all four RS9000XLs after the rebate for around $255 shipped.
And there are several 5% RockAuto rebate codes floating around (try 3690459B490384).
I got all four RS9000XLs after the rebate for around $255 shipped.
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Front RS999042
Rear with the 2" blocks - RS999254
If you have the camper package and/or the 4" blocks get the ones for the for the rear of the F350 SRW (not dually) RS999047 (slightly longer than the 999254).