Fox 2.0 Pro Resi shock on Superlift

[Matt]

Another thing you can do is measure what the fully extended length of the shock would be at the point that the coil just becomes loose.... we can go back to the shock specs and try to find one that'd work as a limiter (or, you can use that length to get a set of limiting straps.

[TrialByFire]

Another thing you can do is measure what the fully extended length of the shock would be at the point that the coil just becomes loose.... we can go back to the shock specs and try to find one that'd work as a limiter (or, you can use that length to get a set of limiting straps.

I think that would seriously limit the flex. As seen in the photo, that would shorten things by 3 inches! With the SL, there is no chance of the spring falling out like there was with the RR since there is a 4" extender on the centering bumper. The Superrides that I'm replacing were about 27" extended and that gave me less flex than with the old Bilstein 5150s I had on previously. The Rancho's should limit right at the point the brake line gets tight and as long as the head doesn't snap off, like the Bilstein's did, they should be perfect. My only concern is that the diameter of the Rancho's is too large and will interfere with the SL drop bracket on the passenger side (the Superride touches).

[Matt]

That's true that it would limit flex. I guess the only concern there is if the spring re-seats properly... but that can easily be resolved with a floor jack and a few minutes of time.

If the ranch is too big with the reservoir piggybacked, you can probably find a spot to mount it remotely.

[AJeepZJ]

wow...

[Omelet]

Have you looked at the Fox Shocks? I have been running the 11" travel remote reservoirs and I love them! The 12" version might be a good option for you. If I remember correctly they measure 19-31".

[Matt]

Hey, would you mind posting up some details of your fox shocks in this thread: http://www.theultimatejeep.com/showt...ghlight=shocks

Specifically interested in how the mounts worked out

[Omelet]

Sure!

TrialByFire - How are the wires leading down to the rear diff at full drop? Did you have to extend them? I ask because when I extend mine out to 28" they are just about taunt.

[TrialByFire]

Have you looked at the Fox Shocks? I have been running the 11" travel remote reservoirs and I love them! The 12" version might be a good option for you. If I remember correctly they measure 19-31".

I checked your post and they look nice! I'll do some pricing and see how they compare to the Rancho's. I like the servicability aspect.

TrialByFire - How are the wires leading down to the rear diff at full drop? Did you have to extend them? I ask because when I extend mine out to 28" they are just about taunt.

I'm assuming you are referring to the ELSD wires which connect to the top of the diff. I didn't think to check, but in the first photo it appears that there won't be a problem (at least on a passenger-side drop. The SL kit includes a lot of drop brackets, like for the brake line for instance, and they may have one for the ELSD lines as well. The ABS sensor wires on the rear hub were very tight at full drop but I simply moved the rubber clamps where they attach to the brake line and all was good.

Once I install the Rancho's (or Fox), I'll check again to see if the shock is the limiter. If not, I can pretty easily drop the brake lines another 1/2".

[Omelet]

Cool! I just didn't want you to rip it out if the axle dropped hard!