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« on: August 04, 2009, 12:14:25 PM » |
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I just bought an 88 Comanche. I would say it has a 7 to 8 inch lift on it and its on 35's. The problem is that it came with no shocks in the rear. I'm not sure which ones to get. Any opinions on which shocks are he best, what size, or anything I should now would be greatly apprreciated. Thanks for the help.
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« Reply #1 on: August 04, 2009, 02:11:55 PM » |
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This is a matter of opinion... I have Bilstien 5150s, Hate them. they over heat and get super soft. I've been looking into Doetsch Tech 2.0 and 2.2 check them out. http://www.doetsch-shocks.com |
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« Reply #2 on: August 04, 2009, 07:38:37 PM » |
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those seem pretty good but they the highest lift for the 2.0 and 2.2 says 4 inches if im reading i right.
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« Reply #3 on: August 04, 2009, 08:13:44 PM » |
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It has more to do with the math, than the shock for the most part (IMHO).
As long as the weight on the shock is not over(heavy) or under(Light) loaded usually any regular shock for MOST applications will do fine.
Meaning, it has to do more with measuring your travel, start with shock mount to shock mount, then find out what the measurement is at full compression and full drop. It won't do any good to put a 10 inch travel shock on if your going to overextend it. And sometimes too big of a shock can bottom out and do damage to the cylinder and leak. But, then bump stops and limiting straps come into play, to get your rig completely "dialed in" you'll need to play with it. Write down all of your measurements and compare them to there manufacturers' sizes and lengths' online to decide whats the best size for your rig is, it's worth the time spent.
Depending on if you want rebuildable shocks or not is another question and you can then add weight of your rig into the math if you want to really "dial it" in.
I would just go with some basic non reservoir type shock,
Show us what you end up getting.
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« Reply #4 on: October 11, 2009, 09:11:03 AM » |
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You need to cycle your suspension and measure at the shock mounts. That way you will know what the compressed and extended length of the shock would be. I just had Doetsch Tech build me some 2.2 remote reservoir valved for my application. Rick at Doetsch builds a nice shock. I have them on my XJ. The 2.0 is a great shock as well. http://www.doetsch-shocks.com/ |
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« Reply #5 on: October 11, 2009, 04:19:07 PM » |
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You need to cycle your suspension and measure at the shock mounts. That way you will know what the compressed and extended length of the shock would be. I just had Doetsch Tech build me some 2.2 remote reservoir valved for my application. Rick at Doetsch builds a nice shock. I have them on my XJ. The 2.0 is a great shock as well. http://www.doetsch-shocks.com/Post up some pics...  |
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« Reply #6 on: October 15, 2009, 01:17:11 PM » |
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I've got Fox Reservoir Shox (2.0, I think) on my Jeep and love them. The rears are adjustable, and they really make a difference between on-road and off-road when set. I now wish I had adjustables in the front. They are not cheap, though.
Just my $0.02.
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« Reply #7 on: October 15, 2009, 06:00:56 PM » |
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I've got Fox Reservoir Shox (2.0, I think) on my Jeep and love them. The rears are adjustable, and they really make a difference between on-road and off-road when set. I now wish I had adjustables in the front. They are not cheap, though.
Just my $0.02.
I have 2.0 x 12" foxes with reservoirs too and can't wait to see how they perform. I will be taking them apart and valving them as needed until the ride is perfect |
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« Reply #8 on: October 16, 2009, 01:09:43 PM » |
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I agree the 5150s suck, I have them in the front. But my 14 inch Fox's in the back are awsome.
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« Reply #9 on: November 10, 2009, 02:59:52 AM » |
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I second Mikegyver's idea. let Doetsch tec set u up... and it's local, can't beat that.
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« Reply #10 on: November 10, 2009, 05:37:05 PM » |
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Fox is local too but im not sure how they go about custom tuning.
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