Shocks with BTF spacers?

[MM2(SS)]

I am new here and have learned a lot already. Thanks to all with valuable input.

I have just received my spankin' new BTF spacers (thanks Brandon) and I have been looking for the appropriate shocks to accompany them. I have looked around and have not found any specifics on shocks. I understand the stock shocks will work, however, I would still like to know if there is anything aftermarket that will do the job better.

Thanks for any reply fellas.

 

[MM2(SS)]

and by the way, can I combine one of those quick lift (spring/shock combo) deals with a spacer (BTF) type lift?

 

[armysoldier30263]

ive read a bit saying that you dont wanna go more than about a 2.5" lift because it will put ALOT of stress on the cv shafts and wheel bearings ... but i dont have mine lifted yet so if it does work out be sure to let me know bro

 

[MM2(SS)]

Yeah I guess a combo isn't a great idea after all. But I still can't find any specs on which shocks work well with a spacer lift.

 

[armysoldier30263]

Stock shocks as of right now but I would like to get some Monroes soon....
Part # 171398 Front, 171322 Rear.

MOS 21M

this quote is from the thread lift tire combo its one of the first few from PA99XploderSport hes running 2.5 front and 2.25 rear

 

[bamnq6]

DO NOT COMBINE THE STRUT SPACERS WITH A Rancho QUICK-LIFT!!! That would give you too much lift for the factory suspension geometry. Also, remember that a 2.5" spacer translates to ~3.5" of lift (in my experience at least) due to your suspension geometry.

The quicklift shock are essentailly a shock with the Spacer built in. Putting the two together would lead to a very, very sad suspension.

I really like my Rancho RSX's shocks. They ride great on road and soften up decently at low rates for off-roading / cruising around the desert. You can use any factory travel (factory length and geometry) shock with a spacer lift.

My RSX's ran me around $440 shipped from Rock Auto. I'd give em a 5 outta 5.

EDIT: I've also had no issue with my ball-joints sitting on 2.5" spacers. The real nasty issues occured with 3" spacers. I'm sure my ball-joints lives have been shortened compared to factory geometry, but this is a risk you'll run with any aftermarket tweaks fo your vehicle. I've run A-OKay for 6,000 miles...

 

[armysoldier30263]

what part number did you use for the ranchos?

 

[bamnq6]

Got 'em on my '04 4WD V8. I love 'em. They are excellent off road, and the variable valving does a resonable job when crusing around the desert. Way way better than the stock shocks.

Fronts - RSX17521 $89.79 each
Rears - RSX17507 $83.79 each

Somewhere around here is a 5% discount for Rockauto...

Swipped from another post

 

[MM2(SS)]

Just to close this issue...
I realized that the shock is not a limiting factor with a BTF style lift, and therefor any stock sized shock will do. I went with a set of 4 Monroe Quick Struts due to the fact I also had to replace one spring (rear right) and wanted to do all 4 vice just replacing one of them. Nothing is in yet, but the front end is on jacks and I am going to take the next week to bust on some rust.

On a totally different note...I threw on a flowmaster 40 series today and it is swikidysweet. The wife says it is too loud, but whatever, I haven't had a dip (tobacco) in a week, so that is my reward.

Thanks for all the help fellas.

 

[armysoldier30263]

did you just swap out the stock muffler or replace any of the exhaust?

 

[MM2(SS)]

From the cat joint back is 2.5" with a FM 40 and a 18" long 4" diameter chrome tip, the tip is out the driver side rear tire. and you know how the tips have that 45* angle cut in them, well mine is sideways so it lines up with the body...

all in all, prdy sweet, eventualy i'll get some pics up

 

[Roaddog03]

Where or who can I buy a set of BTF fabrication spacers from? I need a set very bad. Please someone help me. Thank you

 

[Triton8273]

So you somehow knew to do a search for the spacers and you decided to bring back a 1+ year old thread, when there are much newer ones and a few that are in the sticky section which are used specifically for discussing the spacers?