I'm putting shocks on the toy soon I've used Rancho5000 's on several jeeps,but I was wondering about these adjustable shocks for twice the price.Are they worth it?Are thry rebuildable or do they wear out like everything else?Anyone use the remotes?thanks guys you've got a kicka$$ forum here let's keep it up.

 

I have 1990 Bronco XLT with Skyjacker 6" suspension lift. I started with RS5000s. Great shocks, but 3 years ago I bought the RS9000s, and there really is a difference in the settings. I leave them on 5 for highway use and the truck rides like a car; very little vibrations. On 1, it will rattle your teeth out, but it makes a heck of a difference off-road. Unfortunately, I'm going to be replacing them next month with my tires (35" thornbirds purchased at same time as RS9000s) because I didn't do much offroading and they did wear out in the highway range. There is excessive body role when turning right unless I set the left side shocks to about 2.

As for the remote, everyone I've talked with that has it says it is worthless and is more of a headache then its worth. Save the money, it's not hard at all to adjust the shocks by hand.

Bottom line, I love them and I'm willing to spend the $400.00 for the six replacements. If you don't plan on going off-road a lot, you might want to invest in something a little less expensive. The truck's heading to Iceland with me for the next three years, so it should get some good exercise.

Good luck

1990 Bronco XLT
351W, E4OD
6" Skyjacker Class II lift
35" Super Swamper Thornbirds
4.56 gears w/ ARB Front; Detroit Locker Rear

 

Got 'em, love 'em, don't need no stinkin' remote.

 

Greatest shock out there .

 

Great Shock! I put 130,000 miles on mine and they still feel like new. No leaks.

I think they are the way to go even if you don't go off roading.

Josh