Thanks for the great video! Replacing my rear shocks was probably the easiest project on my 2009 JK so far after watching this video. Now on to the front shocks.
I installed RS9000XL on a 2010 Ram 3500 DRW. I have a 3500# camper in the bed. I set the shocks to 9. Works great. I also use a Hellwig Big Wig Rear Sway Bar. Those two things really calmed down the ride.
nice install, we love our rancho xl shocks, I fiddle with the settings on our 2003 Sahara all the time, we have a 4.5" long arm lift, we keep them at #5 setting most of the time😁
Thank you for the information . Great video just changed out all four shocks on a 2007 wrangler. Would never have attempted without your help and I only watched this video perfect!!!!!
Ordered these for our '15 JKUR a few days ago. Good video, and 5 was where I was thinking of setting them to start. They're going on a mall crawler to replace a set of basic RC shocks that feel worn out at 30k miles.
Getting ready to replace my second set of Rancho rs9000xl shocks on my 2003 3500 silverado. Watched your other video on how to apply waterproof grease to the adjusting knob. I'll do that before install on all 4 shocks. Thanks for the video as it sure helped me. I carry a 2004 Lance 1161 and these adjustable shocks are great for that. I see Rancho now offers in cab adjusting for these shocks.
In cab adjustments would be pretty cool. Have you seen this adjustment tool? ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-UKlL78BZMCM.html thanks for watching
Thank you for this video. Rancho provides No instruction for the Rs9000 shocks. Other gas shocks I have installed were shipped with a strap keeping them compressed, These shocks were compressed without a strap. Thinking I got bad shocks I called Rancho and found out the following: INPORTANT: These shocks are shipped compressed. THE SHOCKS NEED TO BE RELEASED. When installing the FRONT shocks, mount the the lower mount first. Then Install the boot and the top lower bushing, pushing the metal bushing washer all the way down to the nut on the upper stud, and make sure the larger bushing lip on the bushing is facing the shock tower. Then using a 11/32 or 8mm wrench on the top of the threaded upper mounting stud, turn the stud counter clockwise 3/4 of a turn or so until it un-compresses completely and guide the upper stud through the shock tower mounting hole while the shock expands. REAR Shocks: Install the top first then twist the shock body counter clockwise to un-compress the shock and guide it into the lower mount. Please add this to your video or at least in your comments.
Currently have only done mild forest Service Roads and setting on number 4 worked great. I normally been running them on 4-5 for pavement use. So far I like them over the Bilsteins as they were way to stiff and harsh for on and off-road. Jeep has been down for a few weeks due to axle leaks and I’ve been ordering gear sets and lockers, soon to go in the shop. After that I’m headed for some more technical stuff and get some info out there. Thanks for watching
I think for the money these are perfect and perform great. If budget is not an issue then you have plenty of other options. These RS9000XL are kind of like the high end of the middle of the road shocks. Hope that makes sense.
I had the rancho 9000xl shocks installed on my 2006 f150 and they will not adjust more than 1/4 turn. Removing the adj knob it turns fine. Greased the threads, it turns fine. Installing it back on with the screws tightening a bit at a time they adj less and less and when the screws are tight, 1/4 turn is the most i can adj them.
@@user-nz6oc2oh5y the adjustment knob can be very tight/stiff to adjust by hand. Have you seen the adjustment tool? Anyways they carry life time warranty.
@@Georgia4Low i have ordered one. How would i know if the shocks are defective, brand new out of the box, or if the adj.knob is just stiff. It turns fine off the shock. Wait for adj tool i ordered and fing out perhaps. Most people seem to say it turns like butter. Others, very stiff.
Hey man, how are you liking the Rancho shocks still?? I’m trying to decide between ranchos and the fox, but your videos making me lean towards ranchos... how do you like them after what looks like a couple months???
They have been performing well, only light trail use at this time. Jeep is in shop getting gears and lockers. I like being able to tune the ride and the price is perfect. I got plans to really do more technical trails very soon. Big improvement over the Bilsteins I had.
Did your Rancho shocks come with a white plastic piece that keeps the shock in the compressed position? I think I was supposed to cut the plastic after installing the top of the shock. It would have saved my left nut trying to push the shock up to get the bottom in the frame mount. Any comments?
I have a 2016 JKU...is it necessary to replace the springs as well, or just the shocks? I am just trying to get a better ride on everyday driving and improve performance on regular jeep trails, no rock climbing or anything. Currently all is stock on the jeep.
Easy since I don’t have factory fender liners. I’ve seen where some people trim the factory liner to make it easier. This is a very simple job for anyone. Thanks for watching
@@Georgia4Low my 2012 wrangler was a nightmare, on passenger side. Removed everything I could and there is still 0 clearance for anything ended up busting the rigid plastic under the fuse box and still can barely get anything onto the nut. Any suggestions?
@@kylewilson8942 sorry wish I was able to see the issue. I didn’t have nearly any issue as my stock fenders and liners were removed. Mine was pretty straight forward.
I trimmed the plastic just about the shock well to access the nut easier. Also, when putting the new shock on, I put the bushing and washer on top of the well, pushed the shock bolt through then held the nut above it with my fingers. I twisted the shock and held the nut in place to get it started. Worked like a charm.
I just purchased these shocks. On the rear I turned them to extend the shock but I’m having problems with the fronts. They won’t fully extend by themselves. Did you have this issue?
I had no issues. Try pulling out on the shock shaft, I do remember I had to work each shock in and out by “hand” by pushing down on the shock shaft to compress them and let them extend by themselves a few times to get the fluid moving
@@Georgia4Low yeah I called Rancho and they said to prime the shock. I’ve been messing with this stuff for hours trying to get it to work haha. I think they just are faulty! Good video btw, I’ve watched a couple of hours
I may have primed the shocks 2-3 times each and everything was good. Odd that you have two defective shocks and both are fronts. Rancho or the retailer should replace them I hope. Thanks for watching
Try this. Place the adjustment knob on lowest setting, place one end of the shock on the ground and push the other in all the way end and then release it, repeat that a few times. You likely have already done these steps I’m sure.
The Bilstine shocks worked great overall and they had probably 50,000 miles based off information I got from original owner (I’m 2nd owner of the Jeep) I put 10,000 miles on the Bilstines before replacing. I thought the Bilstines were a little stiff/harness. The Rancho’s are performing great and I prefer the ride much better.
My ranchos came with a plastic cord holding them compressed. I wanted to cut the cord to hit them with some paint but i dont know if that will make it impossible to install them?
I can't emphasis how important it is for you to inform your viewers at the beginning of each video what year and model Wrangler you have, especially since yours is so modified. This video is only of value to someone who has the same type as you have. From looking at your first video I learned you have a 2015 JKU. But what did it start out life as...Sport, Sahara or Rubicon? Earlier JKs have the 3.8L engine, newer ones the 3.6L. Rubicons have a different front axle and transfer case than the Sahara and Sport do. And now the JL is out. So please let viewers know exactly what kind of Jeep you have.
AlaskaErik thanks for watching... yes those are all great points and I left some details to be assumed. The Jeep started lift as a Sport model. Thanks again for the tips.
Your stock shocks may perform just fine, I’d tow with them first. 3k lbs is not a lot of towing weight, I suspect aftermarket shocks may not even be required.
@@Georgia4Low they look interesting. Basically set around a 7 as compared to the 9000xl. Looks like a better quality, no adjustments and the exterior is supposingly more rust resistant. The price is extremely good.
I liked the RS9000XL shocks and thought I would use the adjustments more but once I got them set I never touched them again. One reason I went with the new Rancho RS7MT shocks
I have a 2010 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (4 door, manual) and it has developed... the death wobble. I am guessing here, but this is probably the issue, so I'll see if I can find someone to do this for me. I dont have the tools to do it myself unfortunately -_-
Hi, if you have death wobble it’s not being caused by your shocks. The likely cause is worn out front track bar brackets or damaged front track bar. Worn out ball joints as well. Need to have a qualified 4x4 shop inspect the front end. Thanks
@@Georgia4Low I appreciate that bit of information a lot! This will help when I start calling around. I should be back in GA in February, if she makes it that far!
Quick question, I was in the process of swapping out my shocks and noticed top bolt front drivers side somehow got bent, can't get the nut off. any ideas?
I tried an angle grinder and not even close. if I cut the shaft as far up as I can, will it pull thru the top? I was trying to cut it right under the bend so I could get the nut off still. wasn't sure if a saws-all would cut thru the bolt if I could even get it in to try.
@@Georgia4Low BTW how's the shocks doing I actually got the same shocks and ready to get them on as soon as I get this figured out... Thanks for the video it definitely helps and saved me over 1k to have someone else put them on
@@chadmiam man that’s a tough repair. I bet a saws-all can cut off the top part of the shock shaft we’re the bushings are at just above the shock tower mount.
Not hard at all. I did mine one at a time and using the stock control arm as a “base” setting for length. After replacing all four up front I had the front properly aligned. The job is easier with an air impact for loosing the hardware. If not you’ll need 1/2 drive sockets and a breaker bar. Thanks for watching
I bought the rs5000x for my wrangler and they do not fit at the shock mount, the seals are too thick, but on the website it says they do fit my jeep, I also tried some from duralast from autozone and same thing happen, can anyone recommend me some shocks will actually fit? Other wise I'm stuck with out a shock, my old one broke as I was taking it off.
@@kratosofwar6165 Rancho web site shows RS5000 for your year. I’d send the one you got back and or call Rancho for help to confirm needed part numbers etc.
If I wasn't filming I could have changed the shock in less than 1.5hr. Start building your tool box with what you need as it can save you some money down the road doing these repairs yourself.