Shocks

[smo0othride]

Can getting an aftermarket shock improve handling without lowering the ride height? I'm trying to improve my handling, but don't want the truck any lower.

 

[rwinch]

Absolutely. Changing shocks by themselves does nothing to the ride height, which is determined by the A-arms and springs.
Shocks are the first thing to be changed for a ride improvement, which I think you will find quite noticable. Kind of a basic rule is - cheap shocks = lousy ride, so don't skrimp on these.

 

[cnuttgirl]

i put on the rancho RS9000X, the adjustable kind. i didn't get the in cab adjustor, but i really love the new ride.

 

[smo0othride]

Are the RS9000X's only for 4wd?

 

[rwinch]

No, you can get them for both 2x and 4x.

 

[monsta]

But not for your 03...

 

[rwinch]

Oops, I made an assumption. I checked Rancho's website and they stop @ '02 for both 2x & 4x.

Thanks Monsta for correcting me!

I am wondering if a phone call to Rancho would find a shock that fits? Often manufacturers are slow in updating their manuals.

 

[smo0othride]

I hope they will make some for the 03+ because I was really looking forward to getting these.

Are there any other shocks that are comparable that are made for 03+'s?