Rancho RSX Reflex - Good or Bad?

arussell · 02-04-2002, 05:27 PM

I'm looking to correct body roll on my Explorer. I've heard opinions on the Edlebrock IAS's and the Monroe Reflex's. Does anyone have an opinion on the Rancho RSX's? The Edlebrocks are overpriced and I'd rather put a Rancho on my truck, unless I find they aren't a good shock. The technology of the RSX looks the same as the Monroe Reflex. Any opinions either way would be a great help. Thx.

-Adam

arussell · 02-05-2002, 05:07 PM

Alright, alright, I guess these shocks suck so bad no one even owns them! Up here for two days and no one will even get on here and say they suck. I have trouble spending $70 on shocks, so I bought the Monroe Reflex's for $37 at rockauto.com. I've read enough support elsewhere to at least know they don't suck for those of us that are mostly stock & just looking for vehicle to get us through when we get lost.

Kontrol-Trak · 02-05-2002, 05:14 PM

I have Monroe Reflex on my Explorer. I like them alot.

rpr · 02-08-2002, 06:45 PM

Any comments on whether the Reflex shocks help to reduce nose dive during braking (like the Edelbrock IAS advertises)???

becker69 · 02-09-2002, 12:07 AM

rpr; From what the majority of the members on this site seem to propose.... any quality, well made, aftermarket shock will suit the vehicle better than the factory stock ones. This seems to be a resounding consensus. Do a search on almost any reputable brand and it should reflect this. Do not get me wrong, this is not from personal experience, as that I too am shopping for shocks. But I have done a ton of research on this site. Good Luck.

1995xlt · 03-17-2003, 07:26 AM

Edlebrock IAS SUCK - Ive had for a year and it rides horribly bounces stiff even on small bumps rides too stiff period.

ExplorGM · 03-19-2003, 09:38 AM

The Ranchos that I have lost their firmness after six months and one of them broke also. I would not recommend them to anyone. Good thing you went to Monroes.

Somewhere I read that the Monroes were rebadged Ranchos though... Hopefully improved by the time you got them. I bought them way back when they first came out.
Rick

02-04-2002, 05:27 PM	#1
arussell Wannabe Elite Explorer Broomfield, Colorado 94 Explorer Sport Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 14 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Rancho RSX Reflex - Good or Bad? I'm looking to correct body roll on my Explorer. I've heard opinions on the Edlebrock IAS's and the Monroe Reflex's. Does anyone have an opinion on the Rancho RSX's? The Edlebrocks are overpriced and I'd rather put a Rancho on my truck, unless I find they aren't a good shock. The technology of the RSX looks the same as the Monroe Reflex. Any opinions either way would be a great help. Thx. -Adam

02-05-2002, 05:14 PM	#3
Kontrol-Trak Wannabe Elite Explorer Los Angeles, CA 95' EB 4X4 Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 653 Vehicle Specs	I have Monroe Reflex on my Explorer. I like them alot. __________________ Green '95 EB 4X4 :p Mods: K&N Drop-In, Monroe Reflex Shocks, PIAA Superwhite bulbs, Flowmaster Force II Catback. Audio: Infinity Reference 5752cf x 4, JL Audio 6W0

02-09-2002, 12:07 AM	#5
becker69 Wannabe Elite Explorer Centennial, CO 01 Sport Trac Join Date: Jan 2001 Posts: 997 Vehicle Specs	rpr; From what the majority of the members on this site seem to propose.... any quality, well made, aftermarket shock will suit the vehicle better than the factory stock ones. This seems to be a resounding consensus. Do a search on almost any reputable brand and it should reflect this. Do not get me wrong, this is not from personal experience, as that I too am shopping for shocks. But I have done a ton of research on this site. Good Luck. __________________ Douglas. TT/Warriors, 4.10's w/ LS, 32" Grabber AT2---stuff and other things---and--SLIDERS- -Armor to help the LONG wheelbase- POW/MIA YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN

03-17-2003, 07:26 AM	#6
1995xlt Wannabe Elite Explorer Roanoke, VA 1995 Explorer XLT Join Date: Oct 2001 Posts: 22 Vehicle Specs	Edlebrock IAS SUCK - Ive had for a year and it rides horribly bounces stiff even on small bumps rides too stiff period. __________________ GTN-N2DP VA Plates = Gettin in 2 deep That says it all!

03-19-2003, 09:38 AM	#7
ExplorGM Wannabe Elite Explorer AZ 1995 Explorer Expedition Join Date: Apr 1999 Posts: 632 Vehicle Specs	RSX The Ranchos that I have lost their firmness after six months and one of them broke also. I would not recommend them to anyone. Good thing you went to Monroes. Somewhere I read that the Monroes were rebadged Ranchos though... Hopefully improved by the time you got them. I bought them way back when they first came out. Rick __________________ 95 Explorer Expedition (Sold) 3" Body Lift / 2" Suspension Lift, 33x12.5/15 MTRs K&N, Flowmaster, Powertrax No-Slip, Mobil 1, Rancho, Garvin, Hella... 08 Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon mild lift, 69 Wildcat Custom Convertible w/430ci, 63 Chevy C-15 w/SBC and 4spd, 3/4 drop, Columbia Par Car (daily driver), 96 Sable...

02-05-2002, 05:07 PM	#2
arussell Wannabe Elite Explorer Broomfield, Colorado 94 Explorer Sport Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 14 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Alright, alright, I guess these shocks suck so bad no one even owns them! Up here for two days and no one will even get on here and say they suck. I have trouble spending $70 on shocks, so I bought the Monroe Reflex's for $37 at rockauto.com. I've read enough support elsewhere to at least know they don't suck for those of us that are mostly stock & just looking for vehicle to get us through when we get lost.

02-08-2002, 06:45 PM	#4
rpr Wannabe Elite Explorer Smith Mountain Lake, VA 2006 Limited Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 223 Vehicle Specs	Any comments on whether the Reflex shocks help to reduce nose dive during braking (like the Edelbrock IAS advertises)???