Jeep JL Wrangler Shocks - Rancho RS5000X with DRS Technology Installation & Review : JL JOURNAL

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Being that the EVO 2.5” Lift that Cindy and I have on our Jeep JL Wrangler Rubicon Unlimited is pretty much made up of coil spacers and shock extensions, the overall ride quality really hasn’t changed all that much. However, thanks to our 37” Cooper’s and KMC XD231’s, we have noticed there are times when the factory shocks can have a hard time of keeping up with the considerable heavier weight and because of it, we’ve been looking to replace them with something better. Fortunately for us, our good friends over at Rancho were able to help us out and with something entirely new!
Made specifically with the JL Wrangler in mind, Rancho took their recently redesigned and ever popular RS5000X and improved upon it with an all new feature called, DRS or Dynamic Rebound Spring Technology. In addition to everything that made the RS5000X great, it now has a unique internal system that utilizes a spring and among other things, it provides greater control, reduced body roll and helps prevent rod over-extension. The Rancho RS5000X shocks are available in stock lengths and extended lengths designed to provide an additional 2.5” of greater travel up front and 4.5” more in the rear. For our purposes, that would mean we could installed them on our 2.5" lifted JL Wrangler and without the need for shock extensions. While they're far from being a set of high end bypass shocks, at about $55 a piece, the price for them is really hard to beat and for the improved ride quality they offer, I personally think they're well worth the price.
This JL JOURNAL highlights our Rancho RS5000X installation on a Jeep JL Wrangler Rubicon and the review we do includes off road testing out on dirt roads, rougher terrain and out on the rocks.

[@johnweems838]

I really enjoy all of your videos. They're informative when necessary and humorous when possible. Quality videos, second to none. Thank you both.

[@wayalife]

We're truly flattered and glad to hear it. Thank you :)

[@jorgelrod]

I love my RS5000X, one of the best recommendations I followed from the forum

[@wayalife]

Glad to hear it :)

[@davidg847]

Since I preorder the JLU, I watched all your JL videos,so helpful,thank you for the great videos. Also registered ur site,very nice.

[@wayalife]

Awesome, glad to hear it :)

[@user-wc8yw4dw8w]

Thanks for another great video. I look forward to seeing how they hold up long term. The jeep is looking better and better, and the 37's seem to be working well. Well done.

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@jeep_jedi607]

Thanks for sharing a great shock at a great value. Not everyone needs coilovers and its nice to see other options promoted.

[@wayalife]

You bet. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@markhindman9005]

Awesome job. Really enjoy your videos. My wife just picked up her new JL unlimited. I'm stuck with the old 2010 f150. The new JL is our first jeep and we are thrilled!

[@wayalife]

Awesome, congrats to you on your new Jeep :)

[@rvboyett]

Another great vid. These are going to be very useful as I start planning the mods I'm going to make to my Sport S. Thank you very much for the effort.

[@wayalife]

Glad to hear our videos will be of help to you :)

[@alexkostenyuk]

Love your videos , new JL looks amazing

[@wayalife]

Thanks, we appreciate it :)

[@JavierPadron]

No zip tie that the way to go... Pluse life time warranty you cant beat that... Got them on my 2500hd man do I love them.

[@chicagowsox212]

Another great job Eddie

[@wayalife]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@thewatchertube]

Thank you for the video. Very informative & fun to watch. I will install them soon. 👌👌👍🏻👍🏻

[@wayalife]

Glad it was helpful! :)

[@stealtheli]

Those were great shots!

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@rogerwixom759]

Eddy you and your wife keep up the great videos cause I am learning a lot thank you and god bless

[@wayalife]

Thank you, we really do appreciate it and glad to hear it :)

[@akawazzupwitdat1543]

Very informative install and review good job 👍

[@wayalife]

Glad to hear it, thank you :)

[@AlanElias350]

Nice video. I installed my own rear shocks on my chevy Colorado 2017 following this video.

[@wayalife]

Nice work!

[@NOWELLSBLESSEDADVENTURES]

Thanks Eddie for another great video. I know you have mention a coil over kit it coming in the future. Ae you going to be using the EVO coil over kit. I'm really excited to see which coil over set up you decide to go with. Keep the shiny side up.

[@wayalife]

I'd like to think we'd be going with EVO if only because we've been so happy with what we've got on our JK's. That being said, we'll have to see what comes out.

[@ThatDudeMiguel]

I recently purchased and installed a set (4) of Rancho RS5000X’s for my ‘16 JKU, had the factory shocks paired with Terra Flex’s budget boost lift spacers sitting in 33” Tires and 18x9 Method MR309 wheels.These Rancho Shocks are WAYYYY better than stock (obviously) I should of done this awhile ago. The trails I go to have moderate/difficult obstacles and fire roads, these shocks handle them great, less bouncing around inside the cabin and less front noise dip from my aftermarket Steel bumper w/Warn winch.

[@wayalife]

Glad to hear you've been happy with your RS5000X's as well.

[@MicDropBBQ]

Do you have bump stops on your JKU? I've got a 2011 and my front bump stop are ALWAYS hitting the extenders. I've got some older Rancho shocks on the front, but I'm thinking of going to these to keep that THUMP from happening all the time. I run 37s with a 3" lift on the front. I put the bump stop extenders to ensure they didn't smack my front stock fenders. I like the stock fender-look. Help me out! Am I doing in the right direction with these Rancho RS5000X's, or is my situation with my setup, in general?

[@DanielTojcic]

Nice to get rid of extra hardware (relocation brackets). Sweet vid as always

[@wayalife]

Thanks :)

[@TheTexwiz]

That is one sweet jeep!

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@xristoskalandrias2834]

Great combination man.

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@truckerrickakamanowar]

Subbed. Another great channel.

[@wayalife]

Awesome, thank you :)

[@YJKadventure]

Great job on your videos! Always entertaining and informative. What are your thoughts on the RS9000XLs?

[@wayalife]

I like the 9000's a lot and love that you can set them to however suits you best.

[@tompkee9]

Saw you guys today , cruised right passed us , on the new part of 395 in my buddy's bone stock JK rubicon hard Rock. Wish I waved before I realized it was you when you passed

[@wayalife]

No kidding? Was it the Anvil 4-door?

[@tompkee9]

Wayalife it was!!

[@rhill9717]

I don't know what you do or did for a living but I hope it's teaching! You have an amazing talent for making videos informative. I have ordered a set of 37x13.5x18 STT Pros for my Rubicon and was curious where you got the decals. Thanks alot

[@wayalife]

LOL! I'm flattered, thank you. What decals are you inquiring about?

[@rhill9717]

Sorry, the Cooper Tire decals.

[@nestorvirgiliomoreira7846]

Excelente vídeo 👍 Parabéns !!!

[@jasonj411]

I wish mounting shocks on my jku was that easy.

[@dannycherrier8453]

I'd love to see a video about that clean 3b in the garage!

[@wayalife]

Well, we have nothing specific but here's one of us wheeling it out in the snow: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnu0hIZ_arWopK8

[@bryanhatch6688]

Love these on my f350

[@caoYB]

Dude your "Body Roll" @1:04 is so cute hahahha nice video, I'm still waiting for the new wrangler

[@marklafollett6266]

Awesome video. I’m putting those on my 2003 Ford F-150 Lariat 4x4. I was wondering if they were any good. Maybe you can do a long term review. Thanks for sharing!!

[@wayalife]

I think for daily driving, they work out great and even better than a lot of high end monotube shocks. Where they don't perform as well is when driving hard and fast across the desert. In those conditions, they tend to experience shock fade.

[@whahahajr]

Cool video. I’m currently running the 9000. Been happy with them. I noticed you compared the OEM fronts to the rear. Was hoping to see how much longer the new ranchos are to the red rubi shocks in the rear.

[@wayalife]

They're about the same length

[@camaleonx4films846]

Excelentes videos demostrativos......

[@XandersChevy]

Nice Jeep! I need a shock to smooth my ride out desert running my back gets wrecked. Think these would do the trick for my stock height 03 F150?

[@olivier8384]

Hello Eddy, nice vidéo but the Rancho Suspensions are what kind soft or hard ? Thank you.

[@Nick.Barnes]

I've always wondered why the cheaper shocks run with the shock body towards the ground, but when you look at more expensive shocks they are reversed. From a hydraulics world, you want the body to be high and the rod end to be low so the seal is always being lubricated... but that doesn't ever seem to be the case with cheaper shocks. It would make more sense if there was an apparent physical obstruction preventing it from being mounted one way or the other, but it always looks like they could be mounted either way. Any idea Eddie?

[@xavtl1867]

Great video, hey can I put these on a conversion g30 92?

[@MikesChannel]

Great Videos!! Have you had the chance to try out the Rancho RS7MT

[@wayalife]

Not the new RS7MT but the old RS7000's which were similar. I liked those a lot and can only image they would be just as good if not better.

[@Monica-ij9vp]

Hi! Create problems the 37" on the stock rubicon axle?

[@ling.ling.fab24]

Personally I would’ve kept the relocation brackets to gain some more down travel. But that’s just how I like to run my suspension. We all have our own preferences. Your jl is looking amazing.

[@wayalife]

Leaving the brackets in would cause the shocks to bottom out on full compression. That is not something I would prefer to have happen.

[@fullsend_ny7948]

i thought this guy was joking lmao i guess he also prefers blown out shocks lol

[@ling.ling.fab24]

Chris schneider I wouldve adjusted the bump stops to prevent them from bottoming out. That’s what I did on my Land Cruiser

[@fullsend_ny7948]

Blake Mao so ur running adjustable bump stops with coil springs and regular shocks with shock extensions ... yea I’ll just stop here 😂

[@PAB712]

Thanks for another great video. Bit off topic, but what brand/model is your socket set that lets the bolt thread poke all the way through?

[@wayalife]

Gearwrench

[@bobwampler3387]

Wow, great articulation. Well worth it.

[@wayalife]

No too shabby is it :)

[@cbishop41483]

Watching this i relish in how much easier newer stuff is to work on, especially in new england what with all the cancer-rust from road salt!!

[@henryoak2001]

Hi Eddie, do I need to jack up the Jeep to swap these in or can I do it on level ground.

[@antoniocanes2221]

He Eddie and fans, just wanted your opinion. luckily I don't have a DW yet. I installed the Rancho 2" lift kit with the RS9000xl series shocks, and added the Evo LCA drop bracket. With new front/ rear coil springs. in one part of town where the road transitions to either a bridge or overpass bridge, that bump for some reason would cause my front tires to bounce for a second and go away. I can hit multiple and steeper bumps throughout town and driving anywhere and it will not bounce...only those two certain bumps on the road...I also have steel front bumper and 10K winch on stock tires. no other mechanical or steering issues. so I called Rancho for suspected faulty front shocks, received new ones and installed them...with the same issue. I've lowered my tire pressure from 36 to 32 and 30. I'm thinking it may be the front springs with added weight from steel bumper and winch??? any inputs? thanks all. This weekend I am receiving my RockKrawler adjustable control arms.

[@wayalife]

Bounce as in, you can feel them leave the ground? Lowering your psi to 30 is definitely what you should be at even if you didn't have a problem. What do you have your front shocks set to?

[@antoniocanes2221]

the bounce doesn't make the tire leave the ground. and it's not a very crazy bounce either. I'd say 5 out of 10. feels like maybe the springs might be touching...I'll check that in a few days. I had adjusted the front shocks from 2, then 4 and to 6 to eliminate. They are currently on 4. I appreciate your time! @@wayalife

[@wayalife]

Okay, sounds like you had your fronts set way too soft. I typically run my fronts at 5 and my rears at 3.

[@rcnoypi8758]

Saw this Rancho on my uncle's lc200 vx installed and they look bad as$&&..btw Eddie did you use torque wrench and threadglue to secure the nuts?...thumbs up Eddie!

[@dzlwk2614]

Question.. Why is that you didn't keep the shock extensions? Wouldn't that give you a few more inches of articulation? Thanks..keep up the great videos

[@wayalife]

Sure it'd give you more down travel but you'd bottom out your shocks before you could get to full stuff.

[@moshisuh]

Do you know if these are the same part numbers for a 2020 JLUR? I went to Rancho website and it says these part numbers (RS55065 & RS55066) are not available for my vehicle. I currently have a 2.5 inch lift with OEM shocks and extenders. Thank you and love your videos!

[@wayalife]

Should be the same. Don't know of any changes that would have been made between 2018 and 2020

[@MicDropBBQ]

Thinking of sticking these on my 2011 JKU Supercharged. I'm getting tired of the front suspension bottoming out on the bump stops. I use some old Rancho shocks, but not these kind. I'm running a 3" lift, so maybe that's my problem. Who knows? I'm thinking these shocks will help with the issue.

[@wayalife]

So much that's unknown about your Jeep or how you use it but if I could guess, these shocks would not fix the problem you're having.

[@user-qp3pc3xt1g]

Have a good idea

[@LKENNEY28]

When your upgraded the size of the tires, what did you use to calibrate the speedometer? I recently upgrade the size of my tires on my JKU and the speedometer is slightly off. Thanks

[@wayalife]

On our JL, I used a Tazer JL by Z Automotive. On a JK, you'll want to use something like an AEV ProCal or Superchips Flashcal.

[@jarryzapataballadares8838]

Hola se puede adaptar ese sistema a un cj7 Laredo ?

[@sojornerx12]

Do you notice any problems or defects with the new JLU.. I've seen on KZbin the steering wheel locking up if it goes above 60mph...planning on getting a 2019 JLU.. thanks..

[@wayalife]

Me, not really. There is a U48 Recall that was issued for something steering related but it only affected a few JL's.

[@twentyfoursyc]

Are all the fasteners on the JL metric? I would think they would be Imperial sizes coming from the USA.

[@wayalife]

All the factory bolts on the JL Wrangler are metric. In fact, they've been this way since the JK Wrangler which came out in 2007.

[@Rushdie01]

I’ve had a bad run with Teraflex SP2 2.1 shocks and I want a soft riding riding shock that won’t add harshness to on road small bumps. I’ve heard rancho are soft riding shocks? On your experience what are some of the softest shock options for JLU?

[@wayalife]

To be fair, most of your ride comfort will come from your springs. Granted, pairing a stiff set of springs with monotube shocks isn't gonna help anything. Rancho's are hydro shocks and they will be soft and if you get their adjustable 9000s, you can set them however you want but there's only so much they can do with stiff springs.

[@badashanshenma9331]

COOL

[@wayalife]

Thank you :)

[@tanners2105]

Is that in Gardnerville NV? Looks like the Carson East Fork River

[@wayalife]

As a matter of fact it is :)

[@abbasfahmy1899]

What about the springs ? Are you running stock springs with spacers ?

[@wayalife]

Yes, running factory springs with 2.5" spacers.

[@WranglerAddiction]

Hi eddie do you know what’s the least bump stop i can use with these shocks? Can i run 2 inch bump stop?

[@wayalife]

Theses shocks can be purchased in different lengths. What you see specifically in this video are ones made for a 2" lift and so you would want to run 2" bump stops. You always want to run approximately the same amount of bump stop extension as you have lift.

[@jaimeeduardogonzalezrestrepo]

a got a question, what is your opinion about teraflex upgrades for jeep?

[@wayalife]

I have personally installed and tested a myriad of TeraFlex products over the years and no longer run them today. Here is a good thread that will help you understand why. wayalife.com/showthread.php/37869-Teraflex-Bad-rep-for-a-reason-or-isolated-cases

[@javierp261]

One question can I change the factory shock absorbers for some fox without lift kit

[@wayalife]

So long as you get them in the correct extended and compressed lengths.

[@briandiehl2846]

Question? Does the lower mount bolts for the rear shock have a particular direction? Woukd it be ok to put the bolt through facing inward?

[@wayalife]

If you install them inward, they will get beat up by rocks and it will be extremely difficult to remove the nuts.

[@briandiehl2846]

@@wayalife awesome. thank you very much for the quick response

[@ShockSurplus]

Why not put a monotube, or at least the RS9000XL on the JL? The twin tube gas is the lowest end of shock available on the JL from the factory, the Rubicon comes standard with a monotube.

[@wayalife]

At the time we made this video, it was the only thing Rancho had available. Also, our purpose for testing it out was to see how a "lowest end shock" would perform. We have since tested out other shocks including RS9000X and Fox 2.0's.

[@WranglerAddiction]

Wayalife i have the 5000 on my jl , how do you compare them to the 9000 and the fox 2.0 ?

[@ipdjbt]

Eddie, you ever have any issues using the spline drive socket with your impact?

[@wayalife]

Are you referring to a 12 point socket vs. a 6 point?

[@ipdjbt]

Sorry, it looked like your lug nuts are spline drive. Are they not? Spline drive lugs use a special wrench to help deter theft.

[@wayalife]

Ah, okay, got it. No, I've not had any problems using an impact with the key socket.

[@chrismarinock520]

I really want to run the 2 inch Mopar lift on my JL Rubi 2 door when it finally comes in. But I'm thinking the aftermarket is going to surpass that lift by the time I get it. What are your thoughts?

[@wayalife]

You should think about what size tires you want to run first. That'll determine how much lift you'll need and help decide what lift to get.

[@chrismarinock520]

Wayalife 35 inch STT Pros. And I wheel a lot.

[@jarryzapataballadares8838]

Tengo mi cj7 me gustaría instalarle ese tipo de suspención

[@andyanajones3808]

What camera do you use to film? Go Pro?

[@wayalife]

Some of it was taking with a GoPro and some of it was with an old Sony Handycam.

[@dannycnoble]

Can the Ranchos be used on a 2021 Sahara with stock wheels and tyres and no lift kit?

[@wayalife]

Rancho makes shocks for stock applications. You just need to get the right size for your Sahara.

[@mohamedal-thawadi4305]

I installed RANCHO on my silverado 2500HD but it's very soft. Is there anything i can do to make it little harder

[@wayalife]

Hard to say without feeling what you're feeling for myself. It's entirely possible that it's your springs that are too soft and not your shock absorbers. Or, could be you need a higher end monotube shock.

[@nitroxide17]

how do these compare to the rs9000xl? Are these a better value? What's the ride quality like?

[@wayalife]

These feel a lot like RS9000XL's set to about 5. Of course, they are not adjustable so yeah, they are more affordable.

[@EricBuenoo]

Can these be a direct replacement to a stock height rubicon JL?

[@wayalife]

You can get direct replacements but if you were to, I would recommend the 9000's instead.

[@mikerobbins5049]

👍👍👍👍

[@Robstunner]

Hey wayalife, how do you think the new JL specific Teraflex Falcon shocks compare to this?

[@wayalife]

From what I have seen on the JK, the Falcon shocks have leaking issues and have bar pins that break. I wouldn't run them. That being said, these are just the most affordable good shocks you can get. There are plenty of others that are much better if you are willing to pay the price for them.

[@wayalife]

Vitamin B LOL - never said they didn't work, just that they have leaking issues and have bar pins that break. Just because you don't like what you hear doesn't mean anyone is "bashing" anything. If you're not having any issues with yours, more power to you. With any luck, they'll stay that way for you.

[@wayalife]

Vitamin B LOL - for the love of god, it's called an opinion and based on my personal experience. Nobody is asking you to like or agree with what I have to say but I do think I'm entitled to it just like you are yours. Clearly, you're happy with what you chose to buy and that's great. Let's be fair, these are just shocks we're talking about - not a measurement of your manhood or something stupid like that.

[@wayalife]

Vitamin B You're right. If that's the conclusion YOU came to, YOU shouldn't run them. Just saying.

[@StevenPfeiffer]

What about fox, metalcloak, falcon, bilstein shocks?

[@wayalife]

What about them?

[@StevenPfeiffer]

Have you tried any of those? What are your thoughts?

[@BlackHornetTactical]

How come the sleeve is plastic and not rubber like the other rancho shocks come with. The ones you have to zip tie down

[@wayalife]

Not sure. Personally, I really can't stand them and have long since removed them.

[@Matp345]

Great video. I dont even need to drive it, You can see the difference! Im still on the fence between rancho's and bilstein but can't really beat the price of rancho. How do they ride on streets?

[@wayalife]

Ride quality is 100% subjective but to me, they ride great. I don't know if I've seen a set of Bilsteins made for a lifted JL yet.

[@truckerrickakamanowar]

matty 232 yeah was thinking Bilstein myself for a more compliant smooth ride compared to stock Rubi shocks. Maybe I'll give these a look.

[@truckerrickakamanowar]

Wayalife your right at end of day it's very subjective.

[@Matp345]

Rhino Willy's agreed. I'm just trying to find that happy medium. I know its not going to ride like a Cadillac but It's nice to dream. I put a set of rudi takeoff's in my zj. Seems Stiffer then stock but I guess for stability that's what they wanted

[@truckerrickakamanowar]

matty 232 yes a happy medium totally agree. I'm sure whatever we choose will be just fine or at least a step or two over the Rubi. Take care Matt and appreciate the quick reply. Sending a wave from Rhode Island.

[@chaselesser3191]

I found I can just compress the shock with one hand and put the bolt in with my other hand.

[@wayalife]

You are correct, on a shock like this, you can but on a high end monotube shock, good luck.

[@WTFSoCal]

Did the overall ride feel on the street change at all? stiffer/softer over bumps and those really annoying uneven blocks of concrete on the interstate that make you apreciate why women wear bras? :-P . thanks again

[@wayalife]

LOL!! What I can tell you is that they made our ride feel "better" than the factory shocks did with extensions or at least, with heavy 37" tires and beadlocks adding to the unsprung weight. If you want a ride that will feel even better, I have been testing out kits that will provide that and they should be available soon.

[@ortiz73caify]

Awesome upgrade were these pretty pricey?

[@wayalife]

Not at all. As I say in the video, these are only about $55 a piece. That makes them as affordable as they get.

[@ortiz73caify]

Wayalife that is sweet great value.

[@max28197]

hey, what about the sping?are the stock one good enought? SO no need to buy a full kit just the shock?

[@wayalife]

You can just buy shocks but your ride height won't change. If you want a taller stance, you will need coil spacers or new taller springs.

[@max28197]

@@wayalife thanks man. i want better flex but not a taller stance here in france a lot of parking have a max cleareance height. ive seen u usin hub lock on new jt ....any recommandation for stock sahara?

[@wayalife]

@@max28197 We are running Dana UD60 axles and they come with manual locking hubs.

[@antoniocanes2221]

Hope to get your opinion. Don't know if my local jeep is trying to pull a fast one. I currently installed a Rancho RS9000 XL lift kit on my 2018 JLU SAHARA. I've experienced a little bit of play in the steering, after centering the steering wheel, it would wander/drift 2-4 degrees off center to left and right side. it would self correct but keeps doing it, and especially hitting a bump or even oversteer when turning from inside to outside lanes on a gradual turn on the highway...So, I took it to service at my local dealership where purchased for alignment...and here's the results..."Vehicle has steering wander and requires overcorrection to steer 1.20 Test drove to verify customer's complaint. Vehicle has some steering wander. Inspected steering and suspension on lift, found NO steering or suspension play. Put Vehicle on alignment rack, found vehicle is out of spec on Camber and Caster, both angles are non adjustable from the factory, and caster is adversely affected by suspension lift kit. cross caster is 2.0 degrees(excessive). No aftermarket caster cams or adjustable lower control arms available yet according to Eastern Truck Accessory. Please assist me in interpreting. Thank you once again. your videos rock!!!

[@wayalife]

Is it safe to assume you have not installed adjustable control arms or drop brackets? If not, your caster is way off and that will cause the flightiness you are experiencing. You NEED to get your caster back to about +4° or so to get it feeling like factory again. An alignment shop will NOT be able to do anything except take your money if you do not have adjustable components.

[@antoniocanes2221]

Eddie, tight on budget for the holidays, would you recommend a drop bracket temporarily?

[@wayalife]

If you're unhappy with your handling or can't deal with it, yes, I would. It should help.

[@antoniocanes2221]

Wayalife ok thank you, keep making those great videos

[@internetabyss]

Love your videos BUT... are you just getting a bunch of free stuff and putting it on your Jeep OR are all these parts your personal picks?

[@wayalife]

Yes, we did get these shocks from Rancho free of charge but only after I had inquired about what RS5000X shocks would work with our 2.5" lifted JL. They informed me that they had this new shock coming out with DRS and asked if I would be willing to test them out. In spite of what some chose to believe, I would never put stuff on my Jeep just because it were free.

[@internetabyss]

Wayalife - I’m waiting for the Diesel to come out, but while I’m waiting I’m looking at what parts I want to do. I plan to keep the stock bumper then toss a winch in it and add the AEV knock off grill guard from Maximus. I’m thinking about doing the mopar lift due to warranty work and getting alignments. But I like the EVO Long arm lift but have no idea how hard it would be to maintain it and the costs to involved for it. I like their rock sliders and the colored inserts on your video on the EVO as I plan to do a black jeep with red accents. The rear bumper looks like it needs a change as I want to put attachments on it like gas cans, high jack lift etc.. but haven’t seen one that works for the JL yet. I saw you removed yours. But one thing I did enjoy watching is your use of the rear hitch stinger to protect the back and the tire from hang ups. Can’t find that part anywhere which I think would sell like hot cakes. I also am looking at lights. Gonna go with two 7or8inch lights in the bumper between the grill guard and want to find a light that hooks on the wind shield but doesn’t prevent the windshield from folding down. Also side rock lights and reverse lights are something I’m interested in as well. Anyway, love your instructional videos, definitely gonna get your tire/wheel combo. On those wheels, do you suggest that I order the black or silver one as my intention is to have the wheel powder coated red with a black bead lock ring. Also like watching your trail videos too... very cool man. I’ll keep watching to see what you do next.

[@wayalife]

You can get the hitch stinger here: www.wayalife.com/store/proddetail.php?prod=PARTS-HITCH-STINGER How big of a tire are you hoping to run? That will determine what kind of lift you should run. Also, if you're going to powder coat your wheels, I would start off with bare aluminum.

[@internetabyss]

Wayalife ... sweet

[@gabrieldalcomune3044]

How long are the rancho shocks? They look longer than I’ve heard they extend.

[@wayalife]

Like most aftermarket shocks, you can get them in different lengths.

[@gabrieldalcomune3044]

@@wayalife Gotcha, i’m just trying to find out if i can run 27in shocks in the front and 30in shocks with the rancho 2in lift without the springs unseating.

[@wayalife]

You're springs unseating is just half of what you should be thinking about. If you run shocks that are too long, they WILL bottom out.

[@gabrieldalcomune3044]

@@wayalife No yeah, that’s the first thing i looked at. With the 2in spacers it should be short enough to have more than enough room for full bump

[@wayalife]

I assume you installed 2" bump stop extensions too? Because coil spacers will NOT stop your shocks from bottoming out.

[@Sniperssx]

does that make your JL more lifted

[@wayalife]

No. Only taller springs or spring spacers will give you more lift.

[@ps3boss98]

This may be a dumb question but because the new shocks are longer than the OEM shocks, will the jeep sit higher than it did before with OEM shocks?

[@wayalife]

No, the only thing that give you your ride height is your coils.

[@bobfish3176]

I just couldn't do it had to leave the red boot off! lol

[@wayalife]

LOL!! Typically, I do too. The red boots on the new RS5000X shocks are made out of a hard plastic and they come on them from the factory. They are more of a shield than anything.

[@javierandresvelez-martinez4759]

14:17 is that supposed to happen?

[@wayalife]

I'm assuming you're asking about the shock boot? If so, unlike before where they were rubber and zip tied to the shock body, the new boots are more like dust shields and are made out of hard plastic. Kinda like what you find on the OE shocks. What you see is normal.

[@javierandresvelez-martinez4759]

Would you recommend these Rancho shocks over Monroe and Rough Country shocks? Currently looking for shocks for my 11’ JK Unlimited and I’m looking for ones that perform good on street (especially with many potholes) and can also hold its own on casual off-roading while having 32’ all terrain tires on no lift. This video has been helpful but some insight would be nice.

[@wayalife]

To be honest, Rancho is owned by Tennaco and they are a tier 1 manufacturer who makes Monroe. Rancho shocks are made in Long Beach, CA and they're made to be better than OE shocks. For the money, you really can't beat RS5000X shocks and the ride they offer is surprisingly nice for how affordable they are. If you want something better and just for a bit more, I'd look into their RS9000X shocks being that they're adjustable and you can set it to how you like. That being said, I wouldn't hesitate to run these 5000's for what you're needing.

[@alexolan5597]

I miss moby !!!!!

[@wayalife]

LOL!! We still have Moby and will do more videos with him :)

[@RonGallardo777]

rs5000x or fox

[@wayalife]

Honestly, I think it depends on what coils they'd be matched up with and how you intend to use your Jeep. If you do a lot of fast and hard driving across the desert, Fox will definitely last a lot longer. For daily driving around town, I think you'll actually find that RS5000X will provide a more comfortable ride. Fast in the desert and they'll leave you with shock fade for sure.

[@asymptomatic84]

Rancho shocks are so butt ass ugly I don't know why people get them. I would have just waited until some quality fox or kings came out

[@wayalife]

LOL!! Just because a shock doesn't look pretty doesn't mean that it won't work well and not everyone wants to spend upwards of $2k or more on a set of shocks especially when you're just riding on a "budget boost".

[@asymptomatic84]

Ha i know. I'm sure they perform OK, a lot of people seem to like them

[@enriquebarrera4037]

asymptomatic84 haha you’re really stupid, you get shock absorber to look nice in your car? Go to the kitchen and do your business little girl.

[@AlanElias350]

Does the 81 and 74 torque ft pounds for the bolts apply to all shocks or only these specifically for the jeep?

[@wayalife]

Torque specs are BOLT specific and not vehicle or model specific. You should always tighten them to the needs of the specific bolt.

[@AlanElias350]

@@wayalife thank you!!!!!