Rancho 9000XL adjustment knob question
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I've had my RS9000XL shocks for over 3 years and with my HEAVY JKUR--they're SUPREME-
When I tow, I reset all shocks full CW for a VERY FIRM ride--about 1 minute-to adjust
When not towing I set them CCW back to about 5/6-
I have the rear shocks base's turned 180 degrees for knob protection !!
There may be better shocks, but not for me or the price !
Good luck
JIMBO
When I tow, I reset all shocks full CW for a VERY FIRM ride--about 1 minute-to adjust
When not towing I set them CCW back to about 5/6-
I have the rear shocks base's turned 180 degrees for knob protection !!
There may be better shocks, but not for me or the price !
Good luck
JIMBO
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Its based on experience,, unfortunately. Most recently I helped a buddy lift his jk,, he bought ranchos due to the recommendation by currie. When we took the shocks out of the boxes, 3 of the 4 had leaked a significant amount of oil into the bag they came in. You could also expand and contract the shocks like an accordion. I have been told this is because Rancho is a low pressure shock, but it is not confidence inspiring. After replacing the 3 shocks with bad seals out of the box,, my buddy's ride was dangerously soft when adjusted to anything but the firmest setting. This is just the most recent story of many over the years!
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Its based on experience,, unfortunately. Most recently I helped a buddy lift his jk,, he bought ranchos due to the recommendation by currie. When we took the shocks out of the boxes, 3 of the 4 had leaked a significant amount of oil into the bag they came in. You could also expand and contract the shocks like an accordion. I have been told this is because Rancho is a low pressure shock, but it is not confidence inspiring. After replacing the 3 shocks with bad seals out of the box,, my buddy's ride was dangerously soft when adjusted to anything but the firmest setting. This is just the most recent story of many over the years!
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Had mine for about a year. 12K plus,
No leaks/issues at all.
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