Shocks recommendations for 2020 Sport S Sport S, 2020 with Rubi takeoffs?

[Stlrfan152]

Havent purchased them yet, but im looking at fox 2.0s. I purchased the fox 2.0 ts steering stabilizer and it made a huge difference in the jeeps driving. Anything fox ive purchased so far has been pretty impressive. They are pricey, so it all depends what youre looking for.

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[MCATDT]

Love the Bilstein's, and usually don't see a lot of love for them. I think its funny that it took until the last post on the first page for someone to mention FOX. That use to be the go to....wondering if feelings have changed since Jeep is making the switch to Bilstein?

 

[Pescatoral Pursuit]

Any solid recommendations for a quality replacement? My off-reading is pretty mild. Just need something that rides well and drives well.

All other components being within spec, your shocks after going to affect your ride more than anything else.
They'll give you a soft ride, a firm ride, or a goldilocks ride.
So what kind of ride are you looking for?

No votes for Fox 2.0 with progressive damping vs the digressive damping of the 5100's? Supposedly they are plusher on small chatter and bumps on the road while more damped on hard hits off road, but are less "sporty" feeling. I wish someone had the damping curves plotted for comparison to see how they really compare. The reviews and discussions are all seat-of-the-pants feel but I've seen no hard data on either and everyone has their own opinions on what is "best".

I have adjustable digressive shocks. You can't get them soft enough for washboards and the like. Rough as a cob. Adjusted firm they're a great highway shock- keeps roll to a minimum even on a loaded pickup.

But to really reap the benefit of a digressive shock, you've got to throw it around on the trail with a bit of intention, then Wow! you'll know where your money went.

 

[tysongladiator]

I had the fox 2.0s on my JT. They were worn and shot. Just replaced with 5100s a couple weeks ago. They're stiffer but surprisingly more comfortable. And they work well rockcrawling. I had 5100s on my Ram and they were so-so. But on my JT's suspension, I'm liking them.

 

[Toucan]

I'll throw one out there from left field; check out Eibach (no relationship). They've got a cult following and they're made in America.

I just purchased a 2 inch lift kit from the manufacturer for about $800. It seemed like the best bang for the buck suspension lift for my Sport S. The lift is 2 inches form Rubicon but 2.5 for Sport. The price looks like it recently went up to about $1K but you can still find it from third parties for closer to $800. https://eibach.com/product/E80-51-024-02-22

I'm currently in the middle of my own lift project and working to build my own 2 inch Mopar lift kit using Eibach shocks and coils. I have only installed the front shocks and springs and I'm super happy with the lift so far. Looking back I could have replaced only the front shocks and springs to achieve a level for my Sport S.

 

[JeepCode4]

Have had both bilsteins and fox over the years with Jeeps and 4Runners. I actually liked the bilstein 6112 (front) and 5100 (rear) on my 4Runner but the fox is better. If they made the 6112 for the Jeep, I’d say that’s your bet.

as mentioned here the 5100s are your better than basic replacement. I would steer you to the Fox 2.0s instead.
Personally have the Fox 2.5 elites adjustable and the ATS on the steering dampener and it rides like a sports car, fantastic. Obviously pricy.

have the fox 2.0s on my 2500 RAM and those are 10x better than stock.

 

[Pescatoral Pursuit]

as mentioned here the 5100s are your better than basic replacement. I would steer you to the Fox 2.0s instead.

have the fox 2.0s on my 2500 RAM and those are 10x better than stock.

on my 4Runner but the fox is better.

When you say "better," could you elaborate?

 

[JeepCode4]

The fox 2.0 are turned to soften the bumps better than the bilstein 5100s. The 5100s are a little more harsh in comparison, which is good for sloppy vehicles (body roll). Since the Jeep is narrow, this is less of an issue, the 2.0s give a better ride and absorb bumps/trail without an issue.

Finite detail The fox is aluminum body vs zinc so they weigh less and have better heat dissipation.

lastly the fox is rebuildable, which is a benefit if needed. The fox is more performance orientated where the 5100 is just your go to better than stock garbage replacement which is why it’s recommended so much, it’s good quality for the price.

even if it’s a pavement princess, if you are going to ride all terrain tires of any size, you want the fox, imo.

 

[Rubi-Zero]

https://radfloshocks.com/

I am currently running Radflo shocks that were custom built and tuned to the suspension I have. They have been great so far.
Maybe reach out to them and see what they have to fit your needs.

 

[Blackjeepjk]

I’ve got the complete springs, control arms, fox shocks and rock sliders off my ‘20 rubicon for sale for $200. 27k miles.

if your running factory take off tires wheels find a set of take offs. Will save some $

 

[Russel]

Ok guys, I have a Sport S, 2020 with Rubi takeoff wheels and tires. Stock suspension and no lift or interest in one. 57K miles and it is time for new shocks.

Any solid recommendations for a quality replacement? My off-reading is pretty mild. Just need something that rides well and drives well.

I have set of red rubicon take offs. Less than 300 miles .
Shipping plus a tip??

 

[Shopshirt]

Is it true that Fox charges around $150+ per shock for rebuild and you pay shipping to and from? Also, I always wondered what folks do after they ship their shocks off to Fox?

 

[KennyBob]

I had some Skyjacker Black Max shocks before i upgraded to Fox 2.5 reservoir shocks and were super cheap and actually rode nicer on the road than 2500.00 worth of Fox shocks. Very floaty and smooth.

 

[Hootbro]

Bilstein or Eibach would be my vote if I was staying stock.

 

[Empty Pockets]

This is a lot of info. Thanks! And thanks, Russell, for you generous offer.

My off roading is occasional fire roads and hunting camp (wet fields, muddy roads). I don’t drive the streets aggressively, don’t need a shock to give my truck a sports car feel. My main interest is smoothing out the ride and the bumps (RR crossings, speed bumps, potholes) for my wife’s comfort. We are both 65 plus and her joints and arthritis make the current, worn out shocks uncomfortable.

It sounds like Fox 2.0 is a good way to go. Anyone disagree?

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