Few questions for those with the Rancho lift..

[rsm688]

Alright guys, I've got a new to me lower mileage H3 Alpha with the Rancho lift on it. Anyways, it's in great shape but I like my suspension to feel as flawless as possible so I'm going to go through and replace most every bushing and component of the suspension.

1.) Does the Rancho lift use the OEM lower control arm bushing? They look almost identical but wanted to make sure before I ordered some to replace them.

2.) Has anyone found any bushing that work as replacements for the Rancho stuff? As in crossmember and sway bar end link bushings and trailing arm bushings? Mine are perfect but I would like to have a spare to keep for in the future if things wear out or accidents happen.

3.) Has anyone found any shocks that perform better than the Rancho's that work with the 4" lift without major modification? I don't think there is but just curious if anyone has come up with a solution.

Thanks,
Spencer

 

[rascole]

1. From what I can see yes. I have an extra set I bought before my Rancho and never installed, I held them up the they look identical. BUT, I would need to take measurements to be 100%.
2. Siberian Bushing makes pretty good replacements. Trailing arm bushings may be a little harder to find but can be made.
3. I installed Bilstein 5100's made for a Silverado 1500 and I am really happy with them.

 

[rsm688]

Rascole, do you have part numbers for the Bilsteins? Were they a direct bolt on swap? Similar extended/compressed lengths?

I'm just going to order the lower control arm bushings and give it a shot. I'll let y'all know if it works.

I'll have to check out Siberian Bushing's and see what they have to offer. Thanks!

 

[jphh20]

I am also running a rancho kit with bilsteins shocks. Try these part numbers for a lifted Silverado. The fronts are a direct fit and rear needs to have the shock mount adapted to fit.

Front Part Number: BIL24-185950

Rear Part Number: BIL24-186636

Rear mount bar pin eliminator

Rough Country - 1089 - Rear Shock Upper Bar Pin Eliminator Kit for Jeep: 07-18 Wrangler JK 4WD, 97-06 Wrangler TJ 4WD, 07-18 Wrangler Unlimited JK 4WD/2WD, 04-06 Wrangler Unlimited LJ 4WD https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B2AFPRA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_c9r3Ab10EPK6H




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[rsm688]

Thabks a ton jphh20! Going to order them tonight and get them on the way!

 

[jphh20]

You are very welcome, that is what is great about this forum. Many people reach out and help others.

One thing I want to add, I had to slightly modify the rear bar pin eliminator mount spacing prior to install. If fit perfectly, once I opened the holes and purchased upgraded hardware to mount the upper portion of the shock.

Joe



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