Longer shocks instead of shock extenders

[Puch]

I installed a 2” spacer lift that included shock extenders instead of longer shocks. I really want to get rid of the extenders and improve the ride with longer/better shocks. I was thinking about Teraflex Falcon 2.1 shocks for 2”-3.5” lifts.
This might be a dumb question, but does anyone see a problem with removing the shock extenders and installing these shocks?
Also, does anyone have any good or bad reviews for these shocks?
Would greatly appreciate any suggestions.

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[kevman65]

The whole reasoning behind the shock extenders is to keep your factory ride feel.

There is no reason to not use longer shocks, but it may result in a harsher ride than factory.

 

[Puch]

The whole reasoning behind the shock extenders is to keep your factory ride feel.

There is no reason to not use longer shocks, but it may result in a harsher ride than factory.

Thanks for the input. I guess I was hoping the falcon shocks would be better than stock.

 

[kevman65]

Thanks for the input. I guess I was hoping the falcon shocks would be better than stock.

When you get into longer shocks the valving, compression, and rebound are going to be different. The Falcon's probably are better then stock, but I believe they're more geared towards offroad than street use.

 

[Puch]

When you get into longer shocks the valving, compression, and rebound are going to be different. The Falcon's probably are better then stock, but I believe they're more geared towards offroad than street use.

Thanks. Do you have any other opinions on a shock that will be better for both on/off road? Fox?

 

[kevman65]

Thanks. Do you have any other opinions on a shock that will be better for both on/off road? Fox?

It's not the brand, it's the intended use. When these companies build shocks for lifted vehicles they think the intention is for offroad use. So the valving, compression, and rebound rates are changed.

Your best bet, call Falcon and tell them what you want to do. They can steer you towards the shock that will fit your needs. Hell, call all the manufacturers and have conversations, you may find a nugget hiding somewhere.

I myself am going to do a 2" lift on my JT, I will probably spend the scratch to get adjustable shocks. Then you can stiffen/soften the ride depending on where you're going to wheel.

 

[FLUndertaker]

Falcon shocks tend to have a stiffer ride than Fox. I have them on my JT. Not harsh but not soft by any means.

 

[Renegade]

The Falcon SP2 version is adjustable, with a softer setting preferred by most.
OP- Watch the length of those rears (I can't remember their shock lengths, but posted them on the forum somewhere some time ago). If using a rear shock over 26", you will need longer sway bar links. If longer than 28", you will also need longer brake lines. You can go up to around 28.5" in front by removing the brake line brackets, and still use the factory front driveshaft.

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