deeman
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- Make / Model
- 2008 Ranger XLT
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- 3.0 V6
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- Automatic
- 2WD / 4WD
- 2WD
I have a 2008 RWD Ranger. I ordered and installed KYB Excel-G shocks Details on shocks about 2 years ago. I use my Ranger to pull a 5x8 landscape trailer which weighs about 2,000lbs with my stuff in it. Anyhow, it's obvious that the rear of my truck looks to be sagging with or without the trailer connected - making me think the rear shocks have failed.
If I test the shocks by pushing the rear of the truck down they don't have the typical bad bounce you see on a vehicle with bad shocks. It's just the rear is sagging and does not seem to be doing much in terms of softening the ride with or without the trailer.
Can you suggest some economical shocks for a more heavy-duty capability? I DO NOT want airbags and could give a f#* about how the truck "looks", it's a work truck and nothing else.
Thanks!
Mike
If I test the shocks by pushing the rear of the truck down they don't have the typical bad bounce you see on a vehicle with bad shocks. It's just the rear is sagging and does not seem to be doing much in terms of softening the ride with or without the trailer.
Can you suggest some economical shocks for a more heavy-duty capability? I DO NOT want airbags and could give a f#* about how the truck "looks", it's a work truck and nothing else.
Thanks!
Mike