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Old Feb 12, 2010 | 08:45 AM
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Originally Posted by hemiguy0302
I had es3000s in my jeep they are fine shocks for light vehicles you must be pretty dainty if you think those ride firm.
They don't ride firm they bounce, I hit a bump and the front bobs up and down two or three times.
 
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Old Feb 12, 2010 | 08:52 AM
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Originally Posted by Shiloh 24
Only problem, is now my new tires look dinky as hell! I have a love/hate relationship with the mod bug.
Thats ok man. Ive got a new set of tires and rims that will help you out.
 
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Old Feb 12, 2010 | 08:53 AM
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Glad you got everything workin' for you. Now shocks and tires. hahaha
 
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Old Feb 12, 2010 | 08:54 AM
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Originally Posted by weedahoe
Thats ok man. Ive got a new set of tires and rims that will help you out.
LOL you should've been a car salesman weed. j/k
Post the rims on cl if you haven't already.
 
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Old Feb 12, 2010 | 08:56 AM
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I've got the Pro Comp 3000s in my Grand Cherokee, one of the Jeep forums had a resounding number of guys recommend them to me since you can't get the Black Diamonds anymore since Superlift is bankrupt.
I love 'em, nice and firm, no bounce at all. Way better than stock and I have the Overland package that had the up country German made shocks. They are basically a Tenneco made shock and are no different from the Rancho RS5000 (another Tenneco shock).

It may be you guys need a nitrogen shock with the heavier truck, and would be better served with the Pro Comp 9000s. Although my Overland is NOT light with SFA suspension and it rides great.

I got a buddy with the 3000s on his Z71 Cheby and he swears by them...

Are you sure all else is right with the front end of your truck?
 
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Old Feb 12, 2010 | 09:34 AM
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Originally Posted by HammerZ71
I've got the Pro Comp 3000s in my Grand Cherokee, one of the Jeep forums had a resounding number of guys recommend them to me since you can't get the Black Diamonds anymore since Superlift is bankrupt.
I love 'em, nice and firm, no bounce at all. Way better than stock and I have the Overland package that had the up country German made shocks. They are basically a Tenneco made shock and are no different from the Rancho RS5000 (another Tenneco shock).

It may be you guys need a nitrogen shock with the heavier truck, and would be better served with the Pro Comp 9000s. Although my Overland is NOT light with SFA suspension and it rides great.

I got a buddy with the 3000s on his Z71 Cheby and he swears by them...

Are you sure all else is right with the front end of your truck?
Everything is bolted up just like it was stock except for the spacer of course, I'm thinkin the alignment might even help a little bit. I'm getting it aligned today hopefully and I'll post up what a difference it makes.
 
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Old Feb 12, 2010 | 09:46 AM
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Originally Posted by cwboyjohnny24
LOL you should've been a car salesman weed. j/k
Post the rims on cl if you haven't already.
I did, 2x, and about 7-8 boards total.

I just gotta keep trying so i can get my bags bought and put on
 
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Old Feb 12, 2010 | 09:51 AM
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Originally Posted by weedahoe
Thats ok man. Ive got a new set of tires and rims that will help you out.
I would love to have your tires and wheels cuz I have always liked you setup even though most guys dog big wheels with all terrains. I just don't have the cash, and I can't justify asking the parent for funds as her car is having trouble again. Thanks for the offer though Weed, I really wish I could.
 
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Old Feb 12, 2010 | 10:10 AM
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Originally Posted by weedahoe
I did, 2x, and about 7-8 boards total.

I just gotta keep trying so i can get my bags bought and put on
I hear you man. I'm not putting you down. Keep at it, someone will scoop them up. I hope soon because I think everyone would like to see your truck bagged, I know I'm very interested to see.
 
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Old Feb 12, 2010 | 10:16 AM
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You think 2" in the rear will only be just level? If im raising the front 2.5" and the rear 2" wont the make the front only .5" higher than it was originally?
 
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