Introduction
Have you cranked the torsion bars of your Ford Ranger, and now need some new shocks?
We Found The Shocks You Need
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? Get a pair of Rancho RS5375 shocks:
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Jim Oaks is the founder of The Ranger Station, one of the longest-running Ford Ranger enthusiast communities on the web. He has spent over three decades owning, modifying, repairing, and driving Ford Rangers on the street, trail, and cross-country routes.
Since launching TheRangerStation.com in 1999, Jim has documented thousands of real-world Ranger builds, technical repairs, drivetrain swaps, suspension modifications, and off-road tests contributed by owners worldwide. His work has been referenced by enthusiasts, mechanics, and off-road builders looking for practical, experience-based information rather than theoretical advice.
Jim’s hands-on experience includes long-distance overland travel, trail use, drivetrain and axle upgrades, suspension tuning, and platform comparisons across multiple Ranger generations. The content published on The Ranger Station is grounded in first-hand experience and community-verified data, not marketing claims or generic specifications.