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I am about to upgrade my rear Rancho RS9000s to Bilsteins.
The question is, will reservoir shocks provide better dampening and control than non-res shocks on a truck that is not a desert racer? I do run in the desert, and enjoy the whoops, but I do not jump or otherwise abuse the truck.
Empty, the rear axle carries about 2500 lbs. Off-road, I tow a teardrop trailer, and usually have a lot in the back. I have custom built Deaver leaf springs, that handle the load nicely.
I guess part of the question is does the extra weight/load cause the shock to heat up more/faster?
Thoughts?
The question is, will reservoir shocks provide better dampening and control than non-res shocks on a truck that is not a desert racer? I do run in the desert, and enjoy the whoops, but I do not jump or otherwise abuse the truck.
Empty, the rear axle carries about 2500 lbs. Off-road, I tow a teardrop trailer, and usually have a lot in the back. I have custom built Deaver leaf springs, that handle the load nicely.
I guess part of the question is does the extra weight/load cause the shock to heat up more/faster?
Thoughts?
