Have you cranked the torsion bars of your Ford Ranger, and now need some new shocks?
Below is a chart showing the compressed and extended lengths of stock replacement shocks, along with the dimensions for Superlifts 4-inch replacement.
The last shock listed is Rancho’s RS5374. These shocks are 0.65″ – 0.90″ longer when compressed, and 1.03″ – 1.41″ longer when extended than stock. They are 1.63″ shorter extended than Superlift’s 4″ lift shock which makes them idea for up to a 1.50″ torsion crank.
| Shock | Compressed Length | Extended Length |
| Rancho OE replacement | 13.75″ | 18.25″ |
| Monroe OE replacement | 13.50″ | 17.87″ |
| Superlift 4″ shocks | 14.91″ | 20.91″ |
| Rancho RS5374 | 14.40″ | 19.28″ |
Want a Rancho shock kit for your 1998+ Ranger with a torsion crank?
Or just need front shocks?
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