joehurdler Posted May 4, 2005 Share Posted May 4, 2005 Ok, so I'm looking to get a set of Rancho RS 5000 or the RSX. Just a quick question. In comparison to the stock shocks/struts, what kinda difference in ride feel and performance can I expect after getting the Rancho? Thanks, Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyer Posted May 4, 2005 Share Posted May 4, 2005 When I was researching shocks, I was told that the Rancho 5000s are a pretty harsh ride. If you go with the Ranchos, I'd look at the 9000 series. I ended up calling many offroad shops in addition to reading posts here and ended up going with the Old Man Emu shocks- should be here today -bounce- I think they are mucho tougher than stock shocks and will take a trail beating well but I hear they are also mucho harsh on the roads/highways with not as much damping as 9000s, Bilsteins, or Old Man Emus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RowOSU Posted May 5, 2005 Share Posted May 5, 2005 I just ordered the 5000's because, well im poor as hell and they are half the 9000's. They are being installed right now so I will let you know how big the difference is. I really dont care how "harsh" the ride is, i think its uber soft as it is, I want something stiff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Dank Posted May 5, 2005 Share Posted May 5, 2005 Yeah on a budget, the 5000's will be fine. I don't know what you are replacing but if they're stock then you'll definitely notice a difference. I have the 9000x's but I hardly need to adjust the shock because they are stiff enough where they're set at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyer Posted May 5, 2005 Share Posted May 5, 2005 I should have the KYB struts and Old Man Emu shocks and springs on this Saturday. I've driven on the stock ones for 10,000 miles so I should be able to report a decent "Before and After" comparison once I drive on the new suspension for a day or two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88pathoffroad Posted May 5, 2005 Share Posted May 5, 2005 5000's aren't that bad. I drive around with my 9000's set at "4", usually. "3" if you want a cushier ride. *shrug* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Dank Posted May 6, 2005 Share Posted May 6, 2005 5000's aren't that bad. I drive around with my 9000's set at "4", usually. "3" if you want a cushier ride. *shrug* Yeah, 4 suits me pretty good too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RowOSU Posted May 9, 2005 Share Posted May 9, 2005 picked up my pathy today with the 5000's installed huge difference to stock. They are by no means harsh, but they are stiffer and I like em. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Dank Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 Yeah I'm sure they're a world of difference. Were these the stock ones you replaced? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RowOSU Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 yep, good bye stock. Also got the bushings done, only cost me 130 bucks for all 4 bushings and shocks (labor price, ordered parts from 4x4 parts) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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