FOX shocks IFP vs BDS
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FOX shocks IFP vs BDS
Decided to get a smooth body shock because I think the resi shocks are just a bit overkill for my application.
Had a question. What’s the difference in Fox BDS 2.0 and the Fox IFP 2.0, both smooth body. The BdS are $249 for a pair and the IFPs are $269
any help is appreciated
Had a question. What’s the difference in Fox BDS 2.0 and the Fox IFP 2.0, both smooth body. The BdS are $249 for a pair and the IFPs are $269
any help is appreciated
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Ive wondered the same.They are both FOX 2.0 performance series shocks. The only thing I could find were claims that they are valved differently, in what way, I don't know. I find it funny that they claim the valving is carefully tuned for the 17-19 Super Duty, but the same front shock(0-2" lift) part number comes up as being for a RAM too.
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Ive wondered the same.They are both FOX 2.0 performance series shocks. The only thing I could find were claims that they are valved differently, in what way, I don't know. I find it funny that they claim the valving is carefully tuned for the 17-19 Super Duty, but the same front shock(0-2" lift) part number comes up as being for a RAM too.
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In their defense, the weight ranges on the RAM and Ford are almost the same, they're both solid front axles, and its not like valving is an exact science. You might find a Ford with a heavier front axle weight and you might find a RAM with a heavier front axle weight. The only true way to get perfect valving is to do it yourself or have it done for the ride and weight you prefer.
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True, I just find their wording funny for a shock that isn't actually for a specific make, model or engine configuration. There is quite a difference in wieght between a 6.2, a Cummins and a Power Stroke, not to mention different cabs. Having said that, I would not hesitate to throw them on my CC 6.7l, knowing they have been used and liked on that combination.
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Im far from a shock snob, all that matters to me is that the shocks perform well for my intended use. On my other two vehicles I use the same Bilstien universal shocks, 5125's, no vehicle specific valving, same valving just different lengths and they work fine across numerous vehicles.
Im mostly interested to know the specific differences between the BDS FOX 2.0 shock and the FOX 2.0 when used for the same 0-2" lift application. Maybe one is better suited to the heavier diesel trucks? Or maybe there is zero difference? I have a feeling that whatever differences they have would be unnoticeable by the majority of buyers. Including myself.
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Last night I installed a set of Fox 2.0 IFP shocks on my 20 F350 6.7 CCSB. Took it for a ride this morning and the truck definitely recovers quickly after hitting potholes or ditches across the road, etc. The stock shocks used to make the truck bounce all around after hitting the same bad areas of pavement. A 21mm ratcheting wrench will help alot for removing the top nuts on the front OEM shocks. The space is too tight for a ratchet and socket, and my biggest ratcheting wrench was 18mm so I spend lots of time with a regular 21mm wrench removing those top nuts.
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Speaking strictly BDS and their 0-2" lift FOX shock, I dont believe they specifically say valved for diesel, or gas for that matter. Just "The valving of each shock was carefully tuned for the 2017-2019 Super Duty trucks". Just marketing.
Im far from a shock snob, all that matters to me is that the shocks perform well for my intended use. On my other two vehicles I use the same Bilstien universal shocks, 5125's, no vehicle specific valving, same valving just different lengths and they work fine across numerous vehicles.
Im mostly interested to know the specific differences between the BDS FOX 2.0 shock and the FOX 2.0 when used for the same 0-2" lift application. Maybe one is better suited to the heavier diesel trucks? Or maybe there is zero difference? I have a feeling that whatever differences they have would be unnoticeable by the majority of buyers. Including myself.
Im far from a shock snob, all that matters to me is that the shocks perform well for my intended use. On my other two vehicles I use the same Bilstien universal shocks, 5125's, no vehicle specific valving, same valving just different lengths and they work fine across numerous vehicles.
Im mostly interested to know the specific differences between the BDS FOX 2.0 shock and the FOX 2.0 when used for the same 0-2" lift application. Maybe one is better suited to the heavier diesel trucks? Or maybe there is zero difference? I have a feeling that whatever differences they have would be unnoticeable by the majority of buyers. Including myself.
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