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Howdy:

My '04 Renegade has developed the grandpa's-Cadillac-bounce up front so I figure it may be time to replace the struts. I'm pretty well satisfied with stock height so is there any advantage to Ranchos over dealer-installed Mopar replacements? Should I use the opportunity to swap out rear shocks as well? Suggested model #s?

Many thanks,

-andrew

I'm very happy with the Rancho RS5000s. They are extremely cheap ($300 for the entire vehicle) and have really appealed to me for the offroad image associated with Rancho. They ride the same (or maybe a little worse, but it's a Jeep) on pavement, but offroad, the difference is night and day. I can not believe how they soak up washboard roads (roads I used to do 7 mph to stay comfortable, I can now comfortably do 25 on).

EDIT: And I just noticed your screen name, are you at ASU now?

@DesertKJ
Thanks for the info, will keep an eye out.

@Jeepjeepster
Let's put it this way, 'happy within the constraints of a gubment salary.' Bought a set of Michelins (245-70-16) last month and am staring down the barrel of a 30,000 mile service. I love my KJ but that doesn't mean I want to live out of her :lol:

gubment salary??? wish i had one :cry:

I have a buddy in US customs, makes close to six figures. :shock:

Anyway yeah dont let the stealer have their way with you on the 30k. They are known for wanting flush every fluid possible in the vehicle.

Author:	ASUKJ [ Fri Apr 20, 2007 2:12 pm ]
Post subject:	Bouncy Suspension: Time for Ranchos?
Howdy: My '04 Renegade has developed the grandpa's-Cadillac-bounce up front so I figure it may be time to replace the struts. I'm pretty well satisfied with stock height so is there any advantage to Ranchos over dealer-installed Mopar replacements? Should I use the opportunity to swap out rear shocks as well? Suggested model #s? Many thanks, -andrew

Author:	Jeger [ Fri Apr 20, 2007 2:30 pm ]
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Also consider Old Man Emu (OME) components. They are well liked, and will be what I use when I upgrade. Welcome! Read up there are lots of good people and good information here.

Author:	Neatus [ Fri Apr 20, 2007 4:32 pm ]
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Is your KJ at stock height? I would go with stock shocks if so. If you do have a lift then yes, get some Ranchos or OME's.

Author:	desertkj [ Fri Apr 20, 2007 5:06 pm ]
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I'm very happy with the Rancho RS5000s. They are extremely cheap ($300 for the entire vehicle) and have really appealed to me for the offroad image associated with Rancho. They ride the same (or maybe a little worse, but it's a Jeep) on pavement, but offroad, the difference is night and day. I can not believe how they soak up washboard roads (roads I used to do 7 mph to stay comfortable, I can now comfortably do 25 on). EDIT: And I just noticed your screen name, are you at ASU now?

Author:	jason thompson [ Fri Apr 20, 2007 5:43 pm ]
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ASUKJ wrote: Howdy: My '04 Renegade has developed the grandpa's-Cadillac-bounce up front so I figure it may be time to replace the struts. I'm pretty well satisfied with stock height so is there any advantage to Ranchos over dealer-installed Mopar replacements? Should I use the opportunity to swap out rear shocks as well? Suggested model #s? Many thanks, -andrew Had the same problem in the KJ a few months back so we replaced every thing springs ,struts and shocks OME med springs Rancho front struts OME rear shocks The KJ now rides better than stock no bounce at all The price differance between installing new springs or reusing the old ones is the same on an install so the price for a better than new ride + ~2" of lift was only $200 more than if all we did was replace struts and shocks

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Author:	ASUKJ [ Sat Apr 21, 2007 1:15 am ]
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desertkj wrote: I'm very happy with the Rancho RS5000s. They are extremely cheap ($300 for the entire vehicle) and have really appealed to me for the offroad image associated with Rancho. They ride the same (or maybe a little worse, but it's a Jeep) on pavement, but offroad, the difference is night and day. I can not believe how they soak up washboard roads (roads I used to do 7 mph to stay comfortable, I can now comfortably do 25 on). EDIT: And I just noticed your screen name, are you at ASU now? Yep, I work on campus. Thanks for the info, I'd like to go with something a bit more heavy-duty than stock but was not sure if there's an option for unlifted KJs.

Author:	Jeepjeepster [ Sat Apr 21, 2007 5:16 pm ]
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I wouldnt see a problem running the OME or Rancho shocks without a lift. I cant believe your happy with the stock height.

Author:	desertkj [ Sat Apr 21, 2007 9:50 pm ]
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Yep, I believe either the Ranchos or the Old Man Emus would fit your application then. IMO, they are better than stock and will run without a lift. I don't honestly know how many other options you have besides these as well if you are not lifted. EDIT: And I'm an incoming student at ASU, if you see a woodland brown KJ with a brush guard and LOST decals, make sure to wave.

Author:	ASUKJ [ Sun Apr 22, 2007 9:15 am ]
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@DesertKJ Thanks for the info, will keep an eye out. @Jeepjeepster Let's put it this way, 'happy within the constraints of a gubment salary.' Bought a set of Michelins (245-70-16) last month and am staring down the barrel of a 30,000 mile service. I love my KJ but that doesn't mean I want to live out of her

Author:	Jeepjeepster [ Sun Apr 22, 2007 3:00 pm ]
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ASUKJ wrote: @DesertKJ Thanks for the info, will keep an eye out. @Jeepjeepster Let's put it this way, 'happy within the constraints of a gubment salary.' Bought a set of Michelins (245-70-16) last month and am staring down the barrel of a 30,000 mile service. I love my KJ but that doesn't mean I want to live out of her haha, good reason. I fully understand the situation. Take it easy on the 30k service. The dealer will tell you that you need a bunch of un-needed stuff done. Front and rear diffs(can be done at home if you know alittle about that stuff), tcase (drain and fill plug), and tranny. Coolant shouldnt need it till after 60k and everything else should be fine. Be sure to check the front suspension(upper and lower balljoints, tie rod-ends, check cv boots for wear, spray silicone spray on all the bushings and clean cv boots up and spray those), brake pads, etc. Check rear suspension, lower and upper control arms, shocks, etc. If the brake pads need changing, wouldnt be a bad idea to bleed the brakes to replace the old fluid. Could also suck the fluid out of the power steering reservoir and put new in it.

Author:	myjeepwalks [ Sun Apr 22, 2007 7:08 pm ]
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ASUKJ wrote: @DesertKJ Thanks for the info, will keep an eye out. @Jeepjeepster Let's put it this way, 'happy within the constraints of a gubment salary.' Bought a set of Michelins (245-70-16) last month and am staring down the barrel of a 30,000 mile service. I love my KJ but that doesn't mean I want to live out of her gubment salary??? wish i had one I have a buddy in US customs, makes close to six figures. Anyway yeah dont let the stealer have their way with you on the 30k. They are known for wanting flush every fluid possible in the vehicle.

Author:	ASUKJ [ Sun Apr 22, 2007 10:26 pm ]
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myjeepwalks wrote: gubment salary??? wish i had one I have a buddy in US customs, makes close to six figures. Anyway yeah dont let the stealer have their way with you on the 30k. They are known for wanting flush every fluid possible in the vehicle. Let me assure you, AZ state gubment is nowhere near so benevolent Thanks for the 30k warning...

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