Rancho RS9000 Remote Install Question
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Rancho RS9000 Remote Install Question
I just got a set of RS9000 shocks with the remote control. I have 2 questions:
1. The instructions call for "Lithium Grease" to lube the o-rings. I have some Solder Seal Gunk brand spray lithium grease. Is this the right stuff?
2. Any suggestions on how to provide sufficient slack in the pressure lines to the shocks?
Any additonal suggestions on the installation are appreciated. Thanks.
Pete
99 F350 CC V10 2WD LB Auto
1. The instructions call for "Lithium Grease" to lube the o-rings. I have some Solder Seal Gunk brand spray lithium grease. Is this the right stuff?
2. Any suggestions on how to provide sufficient slack in the pressure lines to the shocks?
Any additonal suggestions on the installation are appreciated. Thanks.
Pete
99 F350 CC V10 2WD LB Auto
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Rancho RS9000 Remote Install Question
Pete,
I wish I could be of more help, but mine were installed by a dealer. It is my belief that your lithium grease should be fine if thats what it calls for, but I always thought that petroleum grease would eventually break down rubber products. In irrigation work we use a lube to "grease" "ring-tight" gaskets that is not petroleum based so it won't rot the rubber gaskets. "Crisco" even works in a pinch
As far as the "slack" issue goes, mine are "zip tied" down the shock with the shock at full extension. Since I can't see what happens when I'm driving:+ I assume the lines "gap" slightly when compressed.
This is probably of little help, but I didn't want your post to go unanswered
I wish I could be of more help, but mine were installed by a dealer. It is my belief that your lithium grease should be fine if thats what it calls for, but I always thought that petroleum grease would eventually break down rubber products. In irrigation work we use a lube to "grease" "ring-tight" gaskets that is not petroleum based so it won't rot the rubber gaskets. "Crisco" even works in a pinch
As far as the "slack" issue goes, mine are "zip tied" down the shock with the shock at full extension. Since I can't see what happens when I'm driving:+ I assume the lines "gap" slightly when compressed.
This is probably of little help, but I didn't want your post to go unanswered
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Rancho RS9000 Remote Install Question
I am also curious about the answers. Some installations (all??) are sold as easy... till you try to figure out how to get something into the cab or what not.
Trying to decide on shocks to replace my factory set (yes on a 95!)
I am leaning towards RS9000x, but rarely carry a load and they are a bit pricey....
Trying to decide on shocks to replace my factory set (yes on a 95!)
I am leaning towards RS9000x, but rarely carry a load and they are a bit pricey....
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Rancho RS9000 Remote Install Question
If you're rarely carrying a load, then you are probably "overkill" with 9000's. Their main attribute is adjustability, mostly for loads. You would probably have them set at one of the softest settings and leave them there. No need for a controller. Just manually adjust them if you load it heavy. Then, it is an EASY install as opposed to the "controller work
