XJ lift opinions? OME coils with Rancho RS9000X shocks?
10-27-2004, 03:25 PM
#11
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Re: XJ lift opinions? OME coils with Rancho RS9000X shocks?
I have only heard good things about the rancho 9000 shocks. The 5000's
will knock out fillings.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
thebigreddog wrote:
>
> Thanks for the info Steve.
> I did not find much of a price difference between the OME springs ($130 pair
> including shipping) and the RE ones ($100 pair plus shipping). Is there a
> cheaper source for RE springs?
> Have you tried the RS9000Xs? Many people have recommended that I avoid
> Rancho shocks with the primary complaint being that they are too stiff, but
> I am having difficulty in finding people who actually have used the
> RS9000Xs.
> With their current promo for a free in-cab controller, I am tempted to try
> them. :)
>
> Cliff
> "Steve" <xjlifter@bogus.com> wrote in message
> news:2ua25lF27l3mdU1@uni-berlin.de...
> > Hi Cliff,
> >
> > The OME 934 coil for ZJ V8 will give 3+ inches of lift over stock on an
> > XJ. It probably has a better spring rate for your bumper & winch.
> >
> > OME springs work best when they're part of a complete OME suspension
> > system. Using them out of their intended context defeats the point of
> > all the engineering you're paying for. Maybe consider some less
> > expensive options such as RE 3.5" coils if you're piecing together your
> > lift.
> >
> > Avoid the RS9000 shocks. For that kind of money you'd do much better
> > with OME Nitros and their more responsive compression valving. An
> > oft-recommended reasonably priced hydro shock is the Doetsch Tech DT3000.
> >
> > Steve
> > http://xjeep.dyndns.org
> >
> >
> > thebigreddog! wrote:
> > > Hi all:
> > >
> > > I am about to lift my 91 XJ 4.0 and I am looking for some opinions:
> > >
> > > Old Man Emu front coils: I was planning on using OME XJ heavy duty
> > > 3" coils. I will be adding a heavy front winch bumper and winch
> > > soon, so I was told that it might be a better idea to use the OME ZJ
> > > coils instead as they would provide a little extra lift and a slightly
> > > heavier spring rate. Anyone try this?
> > >
> > > Rancho RS9000X shocks: Anyone have these on their XJ? Rancho lists
> > > a longer front shock, but only a single shock for the rear for both
> > > lifted and stock Cherokees. What does everyone use? Bar pin
> > > eliminators and a different model?
> > >
> > > The rear will be 4" springs (not AALs).
> > >
> > > Thanks
> > > Cliff
will knock out fillings.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
thebigreddog wrote:
>
> Thanks for the info Steve.
> I did not find much of a price difference between the OME springs ($130 pair
> including shipping) and the RE ones ($100 pair plus shipping). Is there a
> cheaper source for RE springs?
> Have you tried the RS9000Xs? Many people have recommended that I avoid
> Rancho shocks with the primary complaint being that they are too stiff, but
> I am having difficulty in finding people who actually have used the
> RS9000Xs.
> With their current promo for a free in-cab controller, I am tempted to try
> them. :)
>
> Cliff
> "Steve" <xjlifter@bogus.com> wrote in message
> news:2ua25lF27l3mdU1@uni-berlin.de...
> > Hi Cliff,
> >
> > The OME 934 coil for ZJ V8 will give 3+ inches of lift over stock on an
> > XJ. It probably has a better spring rate for your bumper & winch.
> >
> > OME springs work best when they're part of a complete OME suspension
> > system. Using them out of their intended context defeats the point of
> > all the engineering you're paying for. Maybe consider some less
> > expensive options such as RE 3.5" coils if you're piecing together your
> > lift.
> >
> > Avoid the RS9000 shocks. For that kind of money you'd do much better
> > with OME Nitros and their more responsive compression valving. An
> > oft-recommended reasonably priced hydro shock is the Doetsch Tech DT3000.
> >
> > Steve
> > http://xjeep.dyndns.org
> >
> >
> > thebigreddog! wrote:
> > > Hi all:
> > >
> > > I am about to lift my 91 XJ 4.0 and I am looking for some opinions:
> > >
> > > Old Man Emu front coils: I was planning on using OME XJ heavy duty
> > > 3" coils. I will be adding a heavy front winch bumper and winch
> > > soon, so I was told that it might be a better idea to use the OME ZJ
> > > coils instead as they would provide a little extra lift and a slightly
> > > heavier spring rate. Anyone try this?
> > >
> > > Rancho RS9000X shocks: Anyone have these on their XJ? Rancho lists
> > > a longer front shock, but only a single shock for the rear for both
> > > lifted and stock Cherokees. What does everyone use? Bar pin
> > > eliminators and a different model?
> > >
> > > The rear will be 4" springs (not AALs).
> > >
> > > Thanks
> > > Cliff
10-27-2004, 03:25 PM
#12
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Re: XJ lift opinions? OME coils with Rancho RS9000X shocks?
I have only heard good things about the rancho 9000 shocks. The 5000's
will knock out fillings.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
thebigreddog wrote:
>
> Thanks for the info Steve.
> I did not find much of a price difference between the OME springs ($130 pair
> including shipping) and the RE ones ($100 pair plus shipping). Is there a
> cheaper source for RE springs?
> Have you tried the RS9000Xs? Many people have recommended that I avoid
> Rancho shocks with the primary complaint being that they are too stiff, but
> I am having difficulty in finding people who actually have used the
> RS9000Xs.
> With their current promo for a free in-cab controller, I am tempted to try
> them. :)
>
> Cliff
> "Steve" <xjlifter@bogus.com> wrote in message
> news:2ua25lF27l3mdU1@uni-berlin.de...
> > Hi Cliff,
> >
> > The OME 934 coil for ZJ V8 will give 3+ inches of lift over stock on an
> > XJ. It probably has a better spring rate for your bumper & winch.
> >
> > OME springs work best when they're part of a complete OME suspension
> > system. Using them out of their intended context defeats the point of
> > all the engineering you're paying for. Maybe consider some less
> > expensive options such as RE 3.5" coils if you're piecing together your
> > lift.
> >
> > Avoid the RS9000 shocks. For that kind of money you'd do much better
> > with OME Nitros and their more responsive compression valving. An
> > oft-recommended reasonably priced hydro shock is the Doetsch Tech DT3000.
> >
> > Steve
> > http://xjeep.dyndns.org
> >
> >
> > thebigreddog! wrote:
> > > Hi all:
> > >
> > > I am about to lift my 91 XJ 4.0 and I am looking for some opinions:
> > >
> > > Old Man Emu front coils: I was planning on using OME XJ heavy duty
> > > 3" coils. I will be adding a heavy front winch bumper and winch
> > > soon, so I was told that it might be a better idea to use the OME ZJ
> > > coils instead as they would provide a little extra lift and a slightly
> > > heavier spring rate. Anyone try this?
> > >
> > > Rancho RS9000X shocks: Anyone have these on their XJ? Rancho lists
> > > a longer front shock, but only a single shock for the rear for both
> > > lifted and stock Cherokees. What does everyone use? Bar pin
> > > eliminators and a different model?
> > >
> > > The rear will be 4" springs (not AALs).
> > >
> > > Thanks
> > > Cliff
will knock out fillings.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
thebigreddog wrote:
>
> Thanks for the info Steve.
> I did not find much of a price difference between the OME springs ($130 pair
> including shipping) and the RE ones ($100 pair plus shipping). Is there a
> cheaper source for RE springs?
> Have you tried the RS9000Xs? Many people have recommended that I avoid
> Rancho shocks with the primary complaint being that they are too stiff, but
> I am having difficulty in finding people who actually have used the
> RS9000Xs.
> With their current promo for a free in-cab controller, I am tempted to try
> them. :)
>
> Cliff
> "Steve" <xjlifter@bogus.com> wrote in message
> news:2ua25lF27l3mdU1@uni-berlin.de...
> > Hi Cliff,
> >
> > The OME 934 coil for ZJ V8 will give 3+ inches of lift over stock on an
> > XJ. It probably has a better spring rate for your bumper & winch.
> >
> > OME springs work best when they're part of a complete OME suspension
> > system. Using them out of their intended context defeats the point of
> > all the engineering you're paying for. Maybe consider some less
> > expensive options such as RE 3.5" coils if you're piecing together your
> > lift.
> >
> > Avoid the RS9000 shocks. For that kind of money you'd do much better
> > with OME Nitros and their more responsive compression valving. An
> > oft-recommended reasonably priced hydro shock is the Doetsch Tech DT3000.
> >
> > Steve
> > http://xjeep.dyndns.org
> >
> >
> > thebigreddog! wrote:
> > > Hi all:
> > >
> > > I am about to lift my 91 XJ 4.0 and I am looking for some opinions:
> > >
> > > Old Man Emu front coils: I was planning on using OME XJ heavy duty
> > > 3" coils. I will be adding a heavy front winch bumper and winch
> > > soon, so I was told that it might be a better idea to use the OME ZJ
> > > coils instead as they would provide a little extra lift and a slightly
> > > heavier spring rate. Anyone try this?
> > >
> > > Rancho RS9000X shocks: Anyone have these on their XJ? Rancho lists
> > > a longer front shock, but only a single shock for the rear for both
> > > lifted and stock Cherokees. What does everyone use? Bar pin
> > > eliminators and a different model?
> > >
> > > The rear will be 4" springs (not AALs).
> > >
> > > Thanks
> > > Cliff
10-27-2004, 03:25 PM
#13
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Posts: n/a
Re: XJ lift opinions? OME coils with Rancho RS9000X shocks?
I have only heard good things about the rancho 9000 shocks. The 5000's
will knock out fillings.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
thebigreddog wrote:
>
> Thanks for the info Steve.
> I did not find much of a price difference between the OME springs ($130 pair
> including shipping) and the RE ones ($100 pair plus shipping). Is there a
> cheaper source for RE springs?
> Have you tried the RS9000Xs? Many people have recommended that I avoid
> Rancho shocks with the primary complaint being that they are too stiff, but
> I am having difficulty in finding people who actually have used the
> RS9000Xs.
> With their current promo for a free in-cab controller, I am tempted to try
> them. :)
>
> Cliff
> "Steve" <xjlifter@bogus.com> wrote in message
> news:2ua25lF27l3mdU1@uni-berlin.de...
> > Hi Cliff,
> >
> > The OME 934 coil for ZJ V8 will give 3+ inches of lift over stock on an
> > XJ. It probably has a better spring rate for your bumper & winch.
> >
> > OME springs work best when they're part of a complete OME suspension
> > system. Using them out of their intended context defeats the point of
> > all the engineering you're paying for. Maybe consider some less
> > expensive options such as RE 3.5" coils if you're piecing together your
> > lift.
> >
> > Avoid the RS9000 shocks. For that kind of money you'd do much better
> > with OME Nitros and their more responsive compression valving. An
> > oft-recommended reasonably priced hydro shock is the Doetsch Tech DT3000.
> >
> > Steve
> > http://xjeep.dyndns.org
> >
> >
> > thebigreddog! wrote:
> > > Hi all:
> > >
> > > I am about to lift my 91 XJ 4.0 and I am looking for some opinions:
> > >
> > > Old Man Emu front coils: I was planning on using OME XJ heavy duty
> > > 3" coils. I will be adding a heavy front winch bumper and winch
> > > soon, so I was told that it might be a better idea to use the OME ZJ
> > > coils instead as they would provide a little extra lift and a slightly
> > > heavier spring rate. Anyone try this?
> > >
> > > Rancho RS9000X shocks: Anyone have these on their XJ? Rancho lists
> > > a longer front shock, but only a single shock for the rear for both
> > > lifted and stock Cherokees. What does everyone use? Bar pin
> > > eliminators and a different model?
> > >
> > > The rear will be 4" springs (not AALs).
> > >
> > > Thanks
> > > Cliff
will knock out fillings.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
thebigreddog wrote:
>
> Thanks for the info Steve.
> I did not find much of a price difference between the OME springs ($130 pair
> including shipping) and the RE ones ($100 pair plus shipping). Is there a
> cheaper source for RE springs?
> Have you tried the RS9000Xs? Many people have recommended that I avoid
> Rancho shocks with the primary complaint being that they are too stiff, but
> I am having difficulty in finding people who actually have used the
> RS9000Xs.
> With their current promo for a free in-cab controller, I am tempted to try
> them. :)
>
> Cliff
> "Steve" <xjlifter@bogus.com> wrote in message
> news:2ua25lF27l3mdU1@uni-berlin.de...
> > Hi Cliff,
> >
> > The OME 934 coil for ZJ V8 will give 3+ inches of lift over stock on an
> > XJ. It probably has a better spring rate for your bumper & winch.
> >
> > OME springs work best when they're part of a complete OME suspension
> > system. Using them out of their intended context defeats the point of
> > all the engineering you're paying for. Maybe consider some less
> > expensive options such as RE 3.5" coils if you're piecing together your
> > lift.
> >
> > Avoid the RS9000 shocks. For that kind of money you'd do much better
> > with OME Nitros and their more responsive compression valving. An
> > oft-recommended reasonably priced hydro shock is the Doetsch Tech DT3000.
> >
> > Steve
> > http://xjeep.dyndns.org
> >
> >
> > thebigreddog! wrote:
> > > Hi all:
> > >
> > > I am about to lift my 91 XJ 4.0 and I am looking for some opinions:
> > >
> > > Old Man Emu front coils: I was planning on using OME XJ heavy duty
> > > 3" coils. I will be adding a heavy front winch bumper and winch
> > > soon, so I was told that it might be a better idea to use the OME ZJ
> > > coils instead as they would provide a little extra lift and a slightly
> > > heavier spring rate. Anyone try this?
> > >
> > > Rancho RS9000X shocks: Anyone have these on their XJ? Rancho lists
> > > a longer front shock, but only a single shock for the rear for both
> > > lifted and stock Cherokees. What does everyone use? Bar pin
> > > eliminators and a different model?
> > >
> > > The rear will be 4" springs (not AALs).
> > >
> > > Thanks
> > > Cliff
10-27-2004, 03:44 PM
#14
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Re: XJ lift opinions? OME coils with Rancho RS9000X shocks?
Thanks Mike.
Are there any other issues with Rancho shocks besides their excessive
stiffness?
I assume that with the RS9000X's nine settings, at least the softest one or
two settings should be useable. :)
Cliff
"Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:417FF637.C57AADFF@sympatico.ca...
> I have only heard good things about the rancho 9000 shocks. The 5000's
> will knock out fillings.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
>
> thebigreddog wrote:
> >
> > Thanks for the info Steve.
> > I did not find much of a price difference between the OME springs ($130
pair
> > including shipping) and the RE ones ($100 pair plus shipping). Is
there a
> > cheaper source for RE springs?
> > Have you tried the RS9000Xs? Many people have recommended that I avoid
> > Rancho shocks with the primary complaint being that they are too stiff,
but
> > I am having difficulty in finding people who actually have used the
> > RS9000Xs.
> > With their current promo for a free in-cab controller, I am tempted to
try
> > them. :)
> >
> > Cliff
> > "Steve" <xjlifter@bogus.com> wrote in message
> > news:2ua25lF27l3mdU1@uni-berlin.de...
> > > Hi Cliff,
> > >
> > > The OME 934 coil for ZJ V8 will give 3+ inches of lift over stock on
an
> > > XJ. It probably has a better spring rate for your bumper & winch.
> > >
> > > OME springs work best when they're part of a complete OME suspension
> > > system. Using them out of their intended context defeats the point of
> > > all the engineering you're paying for. Maybe consider some less
> > > expensive options such as RE 3.5" coils if you're piecing together
your
> > > lift.
> > >
> > > Avoid the RS9000 shocks. For that kind of money you'd do much better
> > > with OME Nitros and their more responsive compression valving. An
> > > oft-recommended reasonably priced hydro shock is the Doetsch Tech
DT3000.
> > >
> > > Steve
> > > http://xjeep.dyndns.org
> > >
> > >
> > > thebigreddog! wrote:
> > > > Hi all:
> > > >
> > > > I am about to lift my 91 XJ 4.0 and I am looking for some opinions:
> > > >
> > > > Old Man Emu front coils: I was planning on using OME XJ heavy duty
> > > > 3" coils. I will be adding a heavy front winch bumper and winch
> > > > soon, so I was told that it might be a better idea to use the OME ZJ
> > > > coils instead as they would provide a little extra lift and a
slightly
> > > > heavier spring rate. Anyone try this?
> > > >
> > > > Rancho RS9000X shocks: Anyone have these on their XJ? Rancho
lists
> > > > a longer front shock, but only a single shock for the rear for both
> > > > lifted and stock Cherokees. What does everyone use? Bar pin
> > > > eliminators and a different model?
> > > >
> > > > The rear will be 4" springs (not AALs).
> > > >
> > > > Thanks
> > > > Cliff
Are there any other issues with Rancho shocks besides their excessive
stiffness?
I assume that with the RS9000X's nine settings, at least the softest one or
two settings should be useable. :)
Cliff
"Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:417FF637.C57AADFF@sympatico.ca...
> I have only heard good things about the rancho 9000 shocks. The 5000's
> will knock out fillings.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
>
> thebigreddog wrote:
> >
> > Thanks for the info Steve.
> > I did not find much of a price difference between the OME springs ($130
pair
> > including shipping) and the RE ones ($100 pair plus shipping). Is
there a
> > cheaper source for RE springs?
> > Have you tried the RS9000Xs? Many people have recommended that I avoid
> > Rancho shocks with the primary complaint being that they are too stiff,
but
> > I am having difficulty in finding people who actually have used the
> > RS9000Xs.
> > With their current promo for a free in-cab controller, I am tempted to
try
> > them. :)
> >
> > Cliff
> > "Steve" <xjlifter@bogus.com> wrote in message
> > news:2ua25lF27l3mdU1@uni-berlin.de...
> > > Hi Cliff,
> > >
> > > The OME 934 coil for ZJ V8 will give 3+ inches of lift over stock on
an
> > > XJ. It probably has a better spring rate for your bumper & winch.
> > >
> > > OME springs work best when they're part of a complete OME suspension
> > > system. Using them out of their intended context defeats the point of
> > > all the engineering you're paying for. Maybe consider some less
> > > expensive options such as RE 3.5" coils if you're piecing together
your
> > > lift.
> > >
> > > Avoid the RS9000 shocks. For that kind of money you'd do much better
> > > with OME Nitros and their more responsive compression valving. An
> > > oft-recommended reasonably priced hydro shock is the Doetsch Tech
DT3000.
> > >
> > > Steve
> > > http://xjeep.dyndns.org
> > >
> > >
> > > thebigreddog! wrote:
> > > > Hi all:
> > > >
> > > > I am about to lift my 91 XJ 4.0 and I am looking for some opinions:
> > > >
> > > > Old Man Emu front coils: I was planning on using OME XJ heavy duty
> > > > 3" coils. I will be adding a heavy front winch bumper and winch
> > > > soon, so I was told that it might be a better idea to use the OME ZJ
> > > > coils instead as they would provide a little extra lift and a
slightly
> > > > heavier spring rate. Anyone try this?
> > > >
> > > > Rancho RS9000X shocks: Anyone have these on their XJ? Rancho
lists
> > > > a longer front shock, but only a single shock for the rear for both
> > > > lifted and stock Cherokees. What does everyone use? Bar pin
> > > > eliminators and a different model?
> > > >
> > > > The rear will be 4" springs (not AALs).
> > > >
> > > > Thanks
> > > > Cliff
10-27-2004, 03:44 PM
#15
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: XJ lift opinions? OME coils with Rancho RS9000X shocks?
Thanks Mike.
Are there any other issues with Rancho shocks besides their excessive
stiffness?
I assume that with the RS9000X's nine settings, at least the softest one or
two settings should be useable. :)
Cliff
"Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:417FF637.C57AADFF@sympatico.ca...
> I have only heard good things about the rancho 9000 shocks. The 5000's
> will knock out fillings.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
>
> thebigreddog wrote:
> >
> > Thanks for the info Steve.
> > I did not find much of a price difference between the OME springs ($130
pair
> > including shipping) and the RE ones ($100 pair plus shipping). Is
there a
> > cheaper source for RE springs?
> > Have you tried the RS9000Xs? Many people have recommended that I avoid
> > Rancho shocks with the primary complaint being that they are too stiff,
but
> > I am having difficulty in finding people who actually have used the
> > RS9000Xs.
> > With their current promo for a free in-cab controller, I am tempted to
try
> > them. :)
> >
> > Cliff
> > "Steve" <xjlifter@bogus.com> wrote in message
> > news:2ua25lF27l3mdU1@uni-berlin.de...
> > > Hi Cliff,
> > >
> > > The OME 934 coil for ZJ V8 will give 3+ inches of lift over stock on
an
> > > XJ. It probably has a better spring rate for your bumper & winch.
> > >
> > > OME springs work best when they're part of a complete OME suspension
> > > system. Using them out of their intended context defeats the point of
> > > all the engineering you're paying for. Maybe consider some less
> > > expensive options such as RE 3.5" coils if you're piecing together
your
> > > lift.
> > >
> > > Avoid the RS9000 shocks. For that kind of money you'd do much better
> > > with OME Nitros and their more responsive compression valving. An
> > > oft-recommended reasonably priced hydro shock is the Doetsch Tech
DT3000.
> > >
> > > Steve
> > > http://xjeep.dyndns.org
> > >
> > >
> > > thebigreddog! wrote:
> > > > Hi all:
> > > >
> > > > I am about to lift my 91 XJ 4.0 and I am looking for some opinions:
> > > >
> > > > Old Man Emu front coils: I was planning on using OME XJ heavy duty
> > > > 3" coils. I will be adding a heavy front winch bumper and winch
> > > > soon, so I was told that it might be a better idea to use the OME ZJ
> > > > coils instead as they would provide a little extra lift and a
slightly
> > > > heavier spring rate. Anyone try this?
> > > >
> > > > Rancho RS9000X shocks: Anyone have these on their XJ? Rancho
lists
> > > > a longer front shock, but only a single shock for the rear for both
> > > > lifted and stock Cherokees. What does everyone use? Bar pin
> > > > eliminators and a different model?
> > > >
> > > > The rear will be 4" springs (not AALs).
> > > >
> > > > Thanks
> > > > Cliff
Are there any other issues with Rancho shocks besides their excessive
stiffness?
I assume that with the RS9000X's nine settings, at least the softest one or
two settings should be useable. :)
Cliff
"Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:417FF637.C57AADFF@sympatico.ca...
> I have only heard good things about the rancho 9000 shocks. The 5000's
> will knock out fillings.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
>
> thebigreddog wrote:
> >
> > Thanks for the info Steve.
> > I did not find much of a price difference between the OME springs ($130
pair
> > including shipping) and the RE ones ($100 pair plus shipping). Is
there a
> > cheaper source for RE springs?
> > Have you tried the RS9000Xs? Many people have recommended that I avoid
> > Rancho shocks with the primary complaint being that they are too stiff,
but
> > I am having difficulty in finding people who actually have used the
> > RS9000Xs.
> > With their current promo for a free in-cab controller, I am tempted to
try
> > them. :)
> >
> > Cliff
> > "Steve" <xjlifter@bogus.com> wrote in message
> > news:2ua25lF27l3mdU1@uni-berlin.de...
> > > Hi Cliff,
> > >
> > > The OME 934 coil for ZJ V8 will give 3+ inches of lift over stock on
an
> > > XJ. It probably has a better spring rate for your bumper & winch.
> > >
> > > OME springs work best when they're part of a complete OME suspension
> > > system. Using them out of their intended context defeats the point of
> > > all the engineering you're paying for. Maybe consider some less
> > > expensive options such as RE 3.5" coils if you're piecing together
your
> > > lift.
> > >
> > > Avoid the RS9000 shocks. For that kind of money you'd do much better
> > > with OME Nitros and their more responsive compression valving. An
> > > oft-recommended reasonably priced hydro shock is the Doetsch Tech
DT3000.
> > >
> > > Steve
> > > http://xjeep.dyndns.org
> > >
> > >
> > > thebigreddog! wrote:
> > > > Hi all:
> > > >
> > > > I am about to lift my 91 XJ 4.0 and I am looking for some opinions:
> > > >
> > > > Old Man Emu front coils: I was planning on using OME XJ heavy duty
> > > > 3" coils. I will be adding a heavy front winch bumper and winch
> > > > soon, so I was told that it might be a better idea to use the OME ZJ
> > > > coils instead as they would provide a little extra lift and a
slightly
> > > > heavier spring rate. Anyone try this?
> > > >
> > > > Rancho RS9000X shocks: Anyone have these on their XJ? Rancho
lists
> > > > a longer front shock, but only a single shock for the rear for both
> > > > lifted and stock Cherokees. What does everyone use? Bar pin
> > > > eliminators and a different model?
> > > >
> > > > The rear will be 4" springs (not AALs).
> > > >
> > > > Thanks
> > > > Cliff
10-27-2004, 03:44 PM
#16
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Re: XJ lift opinions? OME coils with Rancho RS9000X shocks?
Thanks Mike.
Are there any other issues with Rancho shocks besides their excessive
stiffness?
I assume that with the RS9000X's nine settings, at least the softest one or
two settings should be useable. :)
Cliff
"Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:417FF637.C57AADFF@sympatico.ca...
> I have only heard good things about the rancho 9000 shocks. The 5000's
> will knock out fillings.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
>
> thebigreddog wrote:
> >
> > Thanks for the info Steve.
> > I did not find much of a price difference between the OME springs ($130
pair
> > including shipping) and the RE ones ($100 pair plus shipping). Is
there a
> > cheaper source for RE springs?
> > Have you tried the RS9000Xs? Many people have recommended that I avoid
> > Rancho shocks with the primary complaint being that they are too stiff,
but
> > I am having difficulty in finding people who actually have used the
> > RS9000Xs.
> > With their current promo for a free in-cab controller, I am tempted to
try
> > them. :)
> >
> > Cliff
> > "Steve" <xjlifter@bogus.com> wrote in message
> > news:2ua25lF27l3mdU1@uni-berlin.de...
> > > Hi Cliff,
> > >
> > > The OME 934 coil for ZJ V8 will give 3+ inches of lift over stock on
an
> > > XJ. It probably has a better spring rate for your bumper & winch.
> > >
> > > OME springs work best when they're part of a complete OME suspension
> > > system. Using them out of their intended context defeats the point of
> > > all the engineering you're paying for. Maybe consider some less
> > > expensive options such as RE 3.5" coils if you're piecing together
your
> > > lift.
> > >
> > > Avoid the RS9000 shocks. For that kind of money you'd do much better
> > > with OME Nitros and their more responsive compression valving. An
> > > oft-recommended reasonably priced hydro shock is the Doetsch Tech
DT3000.
> > >
> > > Steve
> > > http://xjeep.dyndns.org
> > >
> > >
> > > thebigreddog! wrote:
> > > > Hi all:
> > > >
> > > > I am about to lift my 91 XJ 4.0 and I am looking for some opinions:
> > > >
> > > > Old Man Emu front coils: I was planning on using OME XJ heavy duty
> > > > 3" coils. I will be adding a heavy front winch bumper and winch
> > > > soon, so I was told that it might be a better idea to use the OME ZJ
> > > > coils instead as they would provide a little extra lift and a
slightly
> > > > heavier spring rate. Anyone try this?
> > > >
> > > > Rancho RS9000X shocks: Anyone have these on their XJ? Rancho
lists
> > > > a longer front shock, but only a single shock for the rear for both
> > > > lifted and stock Cherokees. What does everyone use? Bar pin
> > > > eliminators and a different model?
> > > >
> > > > The rear will be 4" springs (not AALs).
> > > >
> > > > Thanks
> > > > Cliff
Are there any other issues with Rancho shocks besides their excessive
stiffness?
I assume that with the RS9000X's nine settings, at least the softest one or
two settings should be useable. :)
Cliff
"Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:417FF637.C57AADFF@sympatico.ca...
> I have only heard good things about the rancho 9000 shocks. The 5000's
> will knock out fillings.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
>
> thebigreddog wrote:
> >
> > Thanks for the info Steve.
> > I did not find much of a price difference between the OME springs ($130
pair
> > including shipping) and the RE ones ($100 pair plus shipping). Is
there a
> > cheaper source for RE springs?
> > Have you tried the RS9000Xs? Many people have recommended that I avoid
> > Rancho shocks with the primary complaint being that they are too stiff,
but
> > I am having difficulty in finding people who actually have used the
> > RS9000Xs.
> > With their current promo for a free in-cab controller, I am tempted to
try
> > them. :)
> >
> > Cliff
> > "Steve" <xjlifter@bogus.com> wrote in message
> > news:2ua25lF27l3mdU1@uni-berlin.de...
> > > Hi Cliff,
> > >
> > > The OME 934 coil for ZJ V8 will give 3+ inches of lift over stock on
an
> > > XJ. It probably has a better spring rate for your bumper & winch.
> > >
> > > OME springs work best when they're part of a complete OME suspension
> > > system. Using them out of their intended context defeats the point of
> > > all the engineering you're paying for. Maybe consider some less
> > > expensive options such as RE 3.5" coils if you're piecing together
your
> > > lift.
> > >
> > > Avoid the RS9000 shocks. For that kind of money you'd do much better
> > > with OME Nitros and their more responsive compression valving. An
> > > oft-recommended reasonably priced hydro shock is the Doetsch Tech
DT3000.
> > >
> > > Steve
> > > http://xjeep.dyndns.org
> > >
> > >
> > > thebigreddog! wrote:
> > > > Hi all:
> > > >
> > > > I am about to lift my 91 XJ 4.0 and I am looking for some opinions:
> > > >
> > > > Old Man Emu front coils: I was planning on using OME XJ heavy duty
> > > > 3" coils. I will be adding a heavy front winch bumper and winch
> > > > soon, so I was told that it might be a better idea to use the OME ZJ
> > > > coils instead as they would provide a little extra lift and a
slightly
> > > > heavier spring rate. Anyone try this?
> > > >
> > > > Rancho RS9000X shocks: Anyone have these on their XJ? Rancho
lists
> > > > a longer front shock, but only a single shock for the rear for both
> > > > lifted and stock Cherokees. What does everyone use? Bar pin
> > > > eliminators and a different model?
> > > >
> > > > The rear will be 4" springs (not AALs).
> > > >
> > > > Thanks
> > > > Cliff
10-27-2004, 04:02 PM
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Re: XJ lift opinions? OME coils with Rancho RS9000X shocks?
Hi Cliff,
Sounds like you want the cushy TJ setting, that break axles with
their bouncing. You might want a little tire control, like Real Jeeps.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
thebigreddog wrote:
>
> Thanks Mike.
> Are there any other issues with Rancho shocks besides their excessive
> stiffness?
> I assume that with the RS9000X's nine settings, at least the softest one or
> two settings should be useable. :)
>
> Cliff
Sounds like you want the cushy TJ setting, that break axles with
their bouncing. You might want a little tire control, like Real Jeeps.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
thebigreddog wrote:
>
> Thanks Mike.
> Are there any other issues with Rancho shocks besides their excessive
> stiffness?
> I assume that with the RS9000X's nine settings, at least the softest one or
> two settings should be useable. :)
>
> Cliff
10-27-2004, 04:02 PM
#18
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Posts: n/a
Re: XJ lift opinions? OME coils with Rancho RS9000X shocks?
Hi Cliff,
Sounds like you want the cushy TJ setting, that break axles with
their bouncing. You might want a little tire control, like Real Jeeps.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
thebigreddog wrote:
>
> Thanks Mike.
> Are there any other issues with Rancho shocks besides their excessive
> stiffness?
> I assume that with the RS9000X's nine settings, at least the softest one or
> two settings should be useable. :)
>
> Cliff
Sounds like you want the cushy TJ setting, that break axles with
their bouncing. You might want a little tire control, like Real Jeeps.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
thebigreddog wrote:
>
> Thanks Mike.
> Are there any other issues with Rancho shocks besides their excessive
> stiffness?
> I assume that with the RS9000X's nine settings, at least the softest one or
> two settings should be useable. :)
>
> Cliff
10-27-2004, 04:02 PM
#19
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Posts: n/a
Re: XJ lift opinions? OME coils with Rancho RS9000X shocks?
Hi Cliff,
Sounds like you want the cushy TJ setting, that break axles with
their bouncing. You might want a little tire control, like Real Jeeps.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
thebigreddog wrote:
>
> Thanks Mike.
> Are there any other issues with Rancho shocks besides their excessive
> stiffness?
> I assume that with the RS9000X's nine settings, at least the softest one or
> two settings should be useable. :)
>
> Cliff
Sounds like you want the cushy TJ setting, that break axles with
their bouncing. You might want a little tire control, like Real Jeeps.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
thebigreddog wrote:
>
> Thanks Mike.
> Are there any other issues with Rancho shocks besides their excessive
> stiffness?
> I assume that with the RS9000X's nine settings, at least the softest one or
> two settings should be useable. :)
>
> Cliff
10-27-2004, 04:08 PM
#20
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Re: XJ lift opinions? OME coils with Rancho RS9000X shocks?
Example of cushy TJ setting:
http://----------.com/dana35c/d35snap.mov
"L.W.(ßill) ------ III" wrote:
>
> Hi Cliff,
> Sounds like you want the cushy TJ setting, that break axles with
> their bouncing. You might want a little tire control, like Real Jeeps.
> God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
http://----------.com/dana35c/d35snap.mov
"L.W.(ßill) ------ III" wrote:
>
> Hi Cliff,
> Sounds like you want the cushy TJ setting, that break axles with
> their bouncing. You might want a little tire control, like Real Jeeps.
> God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/