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Post by Nightpath on Jul 27, 2015 12:08:14 GMT -4
I'm in need of new front and rear shocks for my TJ (rides like a donkey right now). I was wondering which brands to steer clear of. I don't have a lot to spend, and the TJ is a daily driver but has a 4" lift under it, not much offroad at all though even with the lift.
I've heard bad about ProComp and Skyjacker (which are what blew out - Hydroshocks), and someone mentioned steering clear of Rancho.
What would be a good choice so I'm not rattling my teeth over every bump, and is economical?
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Post by 8 inches longer, again on Jul 27, 2015 13:17:09 GMT -4
steer clear of the Rough Country 2.2's!!! Not stiff enough for a good ride and they leak quickly.
We have the Teraflex shocks on the wife's JK and I'm pleased with how it drives. And they are not expensive either.
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Post by Nightpath on Jul 27, 2015 15:48:29 GMT -4
I'm still debating the Rancho brand. Should I steer clear or are they ok?
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Post by badwithcomputer on Jul 27, 2015 20:46:30 GMT -4
Rancho is made by Monroe. No experience but I concur with staying away from Hydro Shocks in pretty much any brand. Stick with nitro if you can.
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Post by coolwind1 on Jul 27, 2015 21:37:39 GMT -4
I used them on my motocross bike, and I used them on my mountain bike, but use them on my Jeep again it will never happen. Fox shocks at $180 each are not worth it. Yes they can be rebuilt ,but at over $100 each to do that it just isn't worth it. My next shocks frankly will be a HD brand for trucks. Yes the higher end shocks are very cool but if it is your daily driver, high end comes at a cost.
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Post by danodonn11 on Jul 28, 2015 8:55:38 GMT -4
I went from rough country to Bilstein 5100's on my old Rubicon and the difference was night and day. Although they are a little pricey.
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Post by Nightpath on Jul 28, 2015 11:53:26 GMT -4
I read that the Rough Country 2.2 are junk, but the Rough Country N2.0 are night and day different. With price being a huge factor I'm going to give them a go. Bilstiens are out of my price range  |
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Post by donsjeep on Jul 28, 2015 17:35:41 GMT -4
I read that the Rough Country 2.2 are junk, but the Rough Country N2.0 are night and day different. With price being a huge factor I'm going to give them a go. Bilstiens are out of my price range Yup. The 2.2 suck. Looking to upgrade within a year Sent from my SM-G920W8 using proboards |
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Post by The Garagemahal on Jul 28, 2015 18:58:06 GMT -4
I have run the rc 2.0 on my last 2 rigs and on my sons , they are fine
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Post by freeride on Jul 29, 2015 8:02:15 GMT -4
Where would be the best place to pick up some rc 2.0's?
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Post by Nightpath on Jul 29, 2015 8:49:34 GMT -4
To be honest? Pecks. And I'm a guy that shops around and prefers the internet since it comes to my door.
$255 give or take a few bucks all said and done for the RC N2.0, which is the average. At least with Peck's you're supporting a local business.
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Post by andrew7447 on Jul 29, 2015 20:48:40 GMT -4
Apj's will pretty much get anything, never asked for rc shit though. Got nitro skyjackers there ok, decent for the cash.
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