Upgrading to Rubicon shocks and springs

[WaterDR]

Those who have upgraded to Rubi shocks and springs, what are your thoughts? I can get a set installed for $400.

good idea?

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[AggieGladiator2015]

Im a newbie here but i recently just did this on my overland. Besides getting the cooler looking fox shocks, it looks like it actually raised the truck up some(not more than 1" or so) which actually makes the shocks more visible. The ride quality is definitely improved(at least according to me and my butt). My ride to work is on some not-so-great Houston roads with up and downs,pot holes and general crappiness so i noticed theres less bounce, jiggle and undulation after the bumps over some of the road up and downs. I paid like $600 including shocks and install and it was money well spent in my mind.

but now that me and my newbie butt have voiced our opinions lets here from some seasoned Jeepers

 

[J-GriffsGlad]

Those who have upgraded to Rubi shocks and springs, what are your thoughts? I can get a set installed for $400.

good idea?

Yes it's a good idea. I did it myself. I didn't replace my rear coil springs (as I have a max tow and need those progressive springs). I used the shocks and front springs combined with a 3/4" daystar leveling kit. Completely leveled my truck and rides the same IMO. But it looks way better and I know I have higher quality shocks + more flexibility (rubi springs are ~3/4 inch taller than sport). It's an inexpensive way to improve your look and capability while not voiding warranty as everything used are stock / oem components.

 

[Jeeperjamie]

Did the Rubicon Front springs and Rubicon Fox shocks

on my Max tow recently and I love how it rides with the 2.5" ReadyLift installed with it. Did mine myself for $290 total, took about a hour to get done in the driveway using two floor jacks. I'd say go for it. It's about a inch of lift and help level mine out some more. I have about a 1/4" of rake front to rear which is what I was trying to achieve so if I tow it want sag.

 

[Trenabol10]

I have a Sport S Manual and put in Rubicon springs/shocks with a Teraflex 1.75" front spacer and 3/4" Daystar rear spacer. Clears 37/12.5R17 Milestar Patagonia MTs (and full size on spare) with no rubbing. Love this setup but desperately needs to be regeared.

 

[WhatExit?]

If you're gonna spend $ on shocks why buy crappy OEM shocks? Just sayin'

 

[Erievon]

Probably because Fox 2.0s are 600bux, and Rubi take off Foxs are 200ish, and generally come with a taller front spring for around 300. I wonder what the difference between the two are, if they are $400 better or just $400 down the drain for the same shock, other then being a few hundred miles newer.

 

[Jeeperjamie]

Probably because Fox 2.0s are 600bux, and Rubi take off Foxs are 200ish, and generally come with a taller front spring for around 300. I wonder what the difference between the two are, if they are $400 better or just $400 down the drain for the same shock, other then being a few hundred miles newer.

The Rubicon Shocks are better shocks than the stock ones that came on my Max tow. I could tell a immediate difference in the ride quality, plus adding the front springs combine with the Max Tow rears makes for a better than factory ride on mine. I have zero complaints. For under $1000 mines sitting and riding just like I want it to.

 

[WaterDR]

If you're gonna spend $ on shocks why buy crappy OEM shocks? Just sayin'

Fair question. How much for non crappy OEM Rubi shocks?

 

[PNWGladiator]

Is it possible to upgrade to the Rubicon shocks WITHOUT upgrading springs for an improved ride and small lift on a Overland? Or would the Rubicon springs be necessary as well?

 

[Jeeperjamie]

Is it possible to upgrade to the Rubicon shocks WITHOUT upgrading springs for an improved ride and small lift on a Overland? Or would the Rubicon springs be necessary as well?

Shocks will give give you zero lift. You don't change shocks to achieve lift, you will need a spacer or taller springs to get that.
Running a Rubicon suspension will give you 1" of lift on your Overland. Not sure if it will improve your ride quality though because a overland is built for ride quality already.

 

[Lateralus]

I bought takeoff rubi shocks and springs for $250 and put them on myself. Great bang for the buck especially since they are fox aluminum bodied shocks.

 

[J-GriffsGlad]

Is it possible to upgrade to the Rubicon shocks WITHOUT upgrading springs for an improved ride and small lift on a Overland? Or would the Rubicon springs be necessary as well?

Yes you can just run the Fox Rubicon shocks with your stock springs. Won't hurt a thing. As stated previously it will not give you any lift, simply an improved shock. Why wouldn't you add the springs though? Just curious of your situation / thinking...

 

[juniorr2]

J-GriffsGlad, it looks awesome. By the way, few weeks ago I found this website and nice comparison table with the best shocks models. And it looks like shocks Teraflex 1545200 Shock absorber kit - is the best choice in the ratio of quality and price. They are provided by easy hassle-free installation and premium quality of rubber bushings. What do you think?

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