Rear Shocks

[The Roadie]

Here's what mine looked like when new:

[TangoBravo]

Thanks Roadie, I pulled the shock in question and tried to use the parts one more time just to make sure that I didn't mess up and I was right they are the same size as the main piece thus will not fit over as they should. So I will just make a trip to home depot or ace and fab something up. Thanks for the help guys.

[Trail X]

Thanks Roadie, I pulled the shock in question and tried to use the parts one more time just to make sure that I didn't mess up and I was right they are the same size as the main piece thus will not fit over as they should.

Mine were a slight interference fit,... just had to hammer it a bit.

[TangoBravo]

Hey just wanted to say thanks for the help guys, between your tips and of course the Rodies pic I was able to piece basically the same st up together. I should be testing this weekend and will pose updates.

[djthumper]

Has anyone tried the Skyjacker shocks? Rough Country hasn't responded to my requests, so I am guessing they have nothing that works for us any more. I have talked to Rancho and they no longer have anything for us.

Skyjacker has 2 models that fit our application, H7030 and N8030. They say they are good for lifts 2" to 3.5".

4Wheelparts is having a sale on them.

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[djthumper]

Well I now have the skyjacker N8030s on order. I guess I will see how they are, They are definitely less than the gas filled BDS shocks. $88.45 for both.

[fishsticks]

Those look like a good fit.

FWIW Rancho RS5274's should work for us as well... although Rancho may not realize that.

[djthumper]

Or they just don't care about our small market. The Skyjackers should work up to a 3.5" lift according to their specs. Now you guys that have been running the other shocks would know better on how these feel. I figured since no one else said they have tried them I would give them a shot.

I hope I get all of my lift stuff in so I can try to get them installed before the 11th.

[SteveTB03]

I found some info on some rear shocks for you guys by Bilstein and doetsch tech.
http://performancelifts.com/cgi-bin/cart/BE56249H5.html

And for doetsch tech part number 3336 in the DT3000 and 8336 for the 8000 series are longer all around. And if they're too long or whatever I guess bumpstops are in order.
http://www.doetsch-shocks.com/37.asp

[djthumper]

Well I have the Skyjackers installed and they feel pretty good. I don't have too much to compare to though since I just completed my lift and added the Z71s as well.

[Gordinho80]

Pics? Specs?

[djthumper]

Pics? Specs?

I have the Skyjacker N8030s. I need to get some 3/8" spacers as I have 13/16" overall gap to fill out in the bottom. I am getting ready to go get my front end alignment done so hopefully I will have pics later today.

[djthumper]

Here are a couple of pics of the skyjackers installed.



The width of the bottom mount is only 1 11/16" and the original shocks are 2 1/2"

[Trail X]

The width of the bottom mount is only 1 11/16" and the original shocks are 2 1/2"

You will need to shim the bottom or your shock will move back and forth across the bolt. Same thing we did with the old Z71 shocks.

[djthumper]

yeah like I said before posting the pics I need to get some 3/8" spacers in there to fill the gap to keep it from moving. I have to see what I can find to do that before too long.

[Trail X]

Ah didn't see that. Looks like a skinnier version of the BDS. Are yours gas charged?

[djthumper]

Yeah, they are gas charged. I paid about $82 for the pair and they come with boots, if you want to use them. They are made for a 1 - 4" lift. I figured I would try them since they came up on the radar to fit our trucks from 4wheelparts and a few people have had problems with BDS leaking a little.

[Zero]

How's the ride with the new shocks?

[djthumper]

So far the ride seems pretty good. I can't compare it to anything but the stock ride but I expected the ride to stiffen up some.

[markmc]

yeah like I said before posting the pics I need to get some 3/8" spacers in there to fill the gap to keep it from moving. I have to see what I can find to do that before too long.

Did you use the TB lower shock mount bolt?
Send me a diagram of what you need for spacers, i will make some for you..