Bilstein vs Rancho

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Mar 3, 2009 | 06:23 PM

shadetreetx

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Bilstein vs Rancho

In reading all the posts on shocks/V&B code springs, I gather that if you haul a lot/heavy, get Bilstein's. If you just cruise town and haul heavy once in awhile, get the adjustable Rancho's. It's Mama's ride and the toy hauler every other month. V/B codes are in the future.
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Mar 3, 2009 | 06:53 PM

aortizexcursion

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You might want to throw in the Edelbrock IASs also.

Mar 3, 2009 | 09:31 PM

Immortal_Ben

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I have the Bilsteins and dont tow very much right now. I can tell you that the ride is much better than the factory shocks, so personally..... I wouldnt spring for the more expensive Ranchos.

Mar 3, 2009 | 10:18 PM

dunerunner25

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I would because I like moma's ride

Mar 4, 2009 | 02:25 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by shadetreetx

In reading all the posts on shocks/V&B code springs, I gather that if you haul a lot/heavy, get Bilstein's. If you just cruise town and haul heavy once in awhile, get the adjustable Rancho's.

I'm not sure how you came to that conclusion, but I disagree.

The Excursion is my wife's daily driver. I'm not even sure if you could even say we tow our TT once-in-awhile, because we've only used it to tow our TT with twice.

Bilsteins are my choice.

Stewart