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Stock suspension shock recommendations.

Neil Sears

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Stock height with Moab wheels and 30” Duratrac tires.

I drive mostly on the freeway or up and down the mountain (I live at 6k feet), when I do go off road it’s never more demanding then fire roads or snow pack.

I guess a smooth freeway ride would top my list.

Thanks.
 
These are the shocks most folks recommend around here for city driving with occasional off-road. I'm currently trying to find a set that works with my lift.

https://www.amazon.com/Rancho-RS5000X-Gas-Shocks-set/dp/B01963XI50/?tag=wranglerorg-20

Thank you.

I agree those are the most recommended after the shocks with the OME kit were changed but thought that was an off-road centric recommendation.

Just in case there is a better option for my road centric needs I posted this thread.
 
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I agree those are the most recommended after the shocks with the OME kit were changed but thought that was an of road centric recommendation.

I’m much more looking for a ride quality centric recommendation.

So let’s repeat the rs5000x, if you want sports car handling bilstiens are stiffer.
 
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Stock height with Moab wheels and 30” Duratrac tires.

I drive mostly on the freeway or up and down the mountain (I live at 6k feet), when I do go off road it’s never more demanding then fire roads or snow pack.

I guess a smooth freeway ride would top my list.

Thanks.

I only have experience with Rancho's 4" lift options (adjustable and non-adjustable), and I was not close to being happy with them.

I've read that the Black Max shocks ride nicer than the Ranchos if you don't have your rig weighed down. That said, you'll need to test them yourself since preferences and builds vary.
 
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