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FOX vs KING shocks!!!

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Old 04-30-2013, 04:07 PM
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Default FOX vs KING shocks!!!

wich one is better for an DD jk unlimited 1" lift with 33.6 tires ??
Old 04-30-2013, 04:19 PM
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I would go with the fox shocks over the king, they're pretty much the exact same performance wise and fall into the same price range. But I would also look into the Bilstein shocks since those are very comparable to the foxes and kings.
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I have ridden in a lifted excursion before and after king shocks and it does make make a huge difference
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I like the hell outta my Fox 2.0's....Jeep On!!!!
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I have the King's 0-2 per say, but your going to need 1" bump stop in front not to bottom out on the shock and a 5/8's block for the bump stop for the back. Then your going to need a adjustable track bar to center your front axle for not to have the passenger side shock rub on the frame at full extended travel.

What can I say, I love them

EVO: King Shocks, Jeep JK Shocks w/Compression Adjusters KIT

PS: You will need 2" lift or go real slow on bumps on city street.

So close to being to go wheel again
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The Fox 2.0 with reservoir and 8 way adjustability are a great shock for you aplication. That being said, I think they are designed for a 4" lift(unless they have a no lift model)
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King are definitely one of the nicest shocks you can get. However, with that small of a lift, I don't think it's worth it. Might as well save some money and get Fox or Bilstein.

Are you planning to wheel it much? You're probably only going to notice a difference between expensive and lower end if you're wheeling it. Won't notice as much on pavement.
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I have the TF tuned fox shocks and they are great. Firm but handle well.
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Could we toss in a third? ELKA! probably the best shock you can buy.
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My vote is for the Bilsteins.


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