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Old Apr 8, 2004 | 01:19 PM
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Rancho RSX

I am looking at a set of rancho RSX to replace my current procomp shocks, and just wanted some ones in put of what they think of rhe RSX. Thanks
 
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Old Apr 8, 2004 | 05:27 PM
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I have RSX's on my superduty and I like 'em just fine. They were a big change from the stockers and I would say worth the money. You may want to do some reading on Bilsteins as they seem to be the replacement shock of choice on FTE but I think the RSX is a good shock too.
 
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Old Apr 8, 2004 | 07:51 PM
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i have them, so far i like them. i can tell an improvement over stock. i had it down to the RSX or the Bilsteins as well, price was the desiding factor.

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Old Apr 9, 2004 | 08:02 AM
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If you are getting the Rancho RSXs go with the Monroe Reflex shock they are the same shock made by the same company, Tenneco, just cheaper.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2004 | 12:26 PM
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I am looking at a set of rancho RSX to replace my current procomp shocks
Both of these are made by Tenneco. Rancho is a brand name of Tenneco and Pro-Comps are private labeled.

I've got RSX9000's on mine. 9 levels of adjusment but in reality, it's hard to tell the difference from even the 1 setting to the 9 setting. I guess I'm just somewhat satisfied with them. I'd like to try a set of Bilsteins to compare the difference.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2004 | 01:09 PM
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buy 3, get one free at summit... i just did a week ago. 162 to my door in a 4-6" extended version.


doesn't tenneco make fords shocks as well?
 
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Old Apr 9, 2004 | 01:39 PM
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doesn't tenneco make fords shocks as well?
Yep. That's why the Ranchos on FX4's are stamped 'Motorcraft' on the bottom. Search the threads for FX4 or Monroe engr. Some really good info regarding Rancho.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2004 | 08:03 AM
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I put the Monroe Reflex shocks on my truck this weekend. The ride is much improved and a lot more responsive. The ride is also slightly stiffer.
JR
 
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Old Apr 13, 2004 | 10:36 AM
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Summit Racing still has buy 3 get 1 free on RSX and RS9000 shocks. Just ordered 4 RSXs. This probably makes them cheaper than the Monroe Reflexes or maybe about the same price. Mine were $199 shipped but I had to get an OEM replacement (RS5000) steering stabilizer, also. Combine mud, deep ruts, and huge chunks of ice and you end up with a steering stabilizer shaped kind of like a horse shoe... Oh well. Just my 2 cents.

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Old Apr 13, 2004 | 11:42 AM
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Whats the difference between the RSX and RS?
 
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Old Apr 13, 2004 | 12:09 PM
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the rsx is the new self adjusting shock. the rs 9000 you have to manually adjust.

Tony
 
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Old Apr 13, 2004 | 12:33 PM
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I got a steering stabilizer and four Monroe Reflex shocks from Rock Auto including delivery at $205
 
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Old Apr 14, 2004 | 07:38 AM
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Maybe I didn't word it very good. The $199 included the steering stabilizer. That's why I thought it was a pretty good deal.

MJC
 
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Old Apr 14, 2004 | 09:56 AM
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I have an F-250 4x4 5.4 auto and will be putting an 8' plow on the front - just wondering if stiffer shocks would be best for it or adding a leaf spring (I'm new to the truck world - so any information would be greatly appreciated)
PS - Sorry for changing the subject
 
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Old Apr 14, 2004 | 03:05 PM
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Originally Posted by kensnewtruck
I have an F-250 4x4 5.4 auto and will be putting an 8' plow on the front - just wondering if stiffer shocks would be best for it or adding a leaf spring (I'm new to the truck world - so any information would be greatly appreciated)
PS - Sorry for changing the subject
You might want an adjustable shock for the front, like the Rancho 9000. You can stiffen them up when you have the plow, and loosen them up in the summer.
 
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