Rancho 2" Sport Suspension System on a JKU
04-30-2013, 08:23 PM
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Rancho 2" Sport Suspension System on a JKU
I posted in another thread regarding this kit, but I got a few PM's from people asking questions about it so I'm just going to start a thread on it with all of my details.
Rancho RS66109BR9 Suspension System with Rancho 9000XL Shocks
2013 JKU non Rubi w/ 33x12.5x15 BFG AT KO
Max tow package
Original Front Springs: 17
Rear Springs: 59
Purchased from Amazon for $375, and $100 rebate on it right now.
Total cost: $275
Before/After picture
Hope this helps anyone looking at this suspension kit.
Please Note: The 2 door kit is a different part number: RS66108BR9
Rancho RS66109BR9 Suspension System with Rancho 9000XL Shocks
2013 JKU non Rubi w/ 33x12.5x15 BFG AT KO
Max tow package
Original Front Springs: 17
Rear Springs: 59
Purchased from Amazon for $375, and $100 rebate on it right now.
Total cost: $275
Before/After picture
Hope this helps anyone looking at this suspension kit.
Please Note: The 2 door kit is a different part number: RS66108BR9
Last edited by Namtaru; 04-30-2013 at 08:27 PM.
05-01-2013, 06:43 AM
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Same Here!
I just did the exact same on my '13 JKU Rubi. I was going to go with a 2" budget boost of some sort, but after researching the Rancho Sport lifts...No Brainer. New springs, spacers and adjustable shocks for the price of a puck kit.
05-01-2013, 06:45 AM
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How does it handle compared to the stock rub suspension? Also did you see any lift on your rub?
05-01-2013, 07:32 AM
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As mentioned if you get this from Amazon, it will only fit a 4 door at this time, we are in the process of getting the 2 door part number added to their system it just takes a while.
05-01-2013, 10:04 AM
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As far as lift: I did not measure prior to install, but there is a noticeable height increase and it is level.
As for ride: I have only used the two extremes. The "firmest" setting is considerably more stiff than the OEM. Actually, it about beat me to death on my commute to work (we have really bad roads in Tulsa).
On the "softest" setting, it's like riding in a Cadillac. I have it set there now and don't plan on changing it.
Pre lift pic
Post lift pic
You can kinda see the difference. If you find a stock pic and compare, the difference is real noticeable.
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05-01-2013, 10:10 AM
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By the way, I wanted to thank you again for your information. I had PM'd you multiple times about two weeks ago regarding this set up. I am glad I took your advice and went with the 9000 shocks. They are soooooo awesome! I am telling anyone that will listen to me, that if you are looking for a small lift/level, forget about the puck lifts. For the same price (after current rebate) you are getting springs and shock with this set up.
05-01-2013, 11:12 AM
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Pretty straight forward install. Me and a buddy did it in about three hours. The hardest part was the front passenger side shock. Had to take fuse box off of mount bracket and have buddy wedge hand and wrench between wheel well liner to get the wrench on the shock bolt nut. Also did not have tall enough jack stands, so I had to muscle up to get the front springs seated.
As an FYI, a box end ratcheting wrench (3/4" if I remember correct) would have made the shock install sooooooooo much easier.
As an FYI, a box end ratcheting wrench (3/4" if I remember correct) would have made the shock install sooooooooo much easier.