Any tips installs Rancho Quick lifts ???
07-12-2015, 02:43 PM
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Wanted to let everyone know that the install was a success and I wanted to share some helpful advice.
To re-cap I installed the Adjustable 9000XL on the back 2weeks ago and loaded QL's on the front yesterday. After a week the back are settling in and I like the setting on 3 ,as it is a very smooth and non - harsh ride ( factory like).
On to the front! First off there is alot of numbers as to the lower shock nut and bolt size. My 07 took a 27mm standard / 30mm deep well and the fit perfect. First side took 2 hrs due to trying to figure out removing old and getting the new seated. A 2ft pry bar or breaker is needed and if u can get a helper to put the pry bar under the a arm and through the strut hole for leverage, I found this to be easiest way.
I did use the Rancho video and its a good starting point on the steps to take, it is one of those " each install is different scenarios". My main jack point was the side I was working cross member, but found i was using 3 jacks at one point to get the upper bj and assembly the reach so I could thread the nut.
All said and done with 3 hrs spent on a Saturday, I am very happy with this setup over my 2 inch spacer I had before.
BTW, you do need a alignment afterwards. My truck drove straight with no pulling and Firestone sheet said I was off by a good bit.
To re-cap I installed the Adjustable 9000XL on the back 2weeks ago and loaded QL's on the front yesterday. After a week the back are settling in and I like the setting on 3 ,as it is a very smooth and non - harsh ride ( factory like).
On to the front! First off there is alot of numbers as to the lower shock nut and bolt size. My 07 took a 27mm standard / 30mm deep well and the fit perfect. First side took 2 hrs due to trying to figure out removing old and getting the new seated. A 2ft pry bar or breaker is needed and if u can get a helper to put the pry bar under the a arm and through the strut hole for leverage, I found this to be easiest way.
I did use the Rancho video and its a good starting point on the steps to take, it is one of those " each install is different scenarios". My main jack point was the side I was working cross member, but found i was using 3 jacks at one point to get the upper bj and assembly the reach so I could thread the nut.
All said and done with 3 hrs spent on a Saturday, I am very happy with this setup over my 2 inch spacer I had before.
BTW, you do need a alignment afterwards. My truck drove straight with no pulling and Firestone sheet said I was off by a good bit.
