Monroe Relfex vs Rancho RSX

[love one]

I have an '01 ST 4x2. I'm looking at replacing the shocks. What are the differences between the Monroe's vs the Rancho's? I do mainly street driving, so what will I notice?



Thanks in advance for your input!

 

[shawn stonbraker 2]

Some minor differences but basically the same shocks.

 

[FlipTrac_511]

Actually, the consensus is the Reflexes and RSXs are essentially the same product. I have the Monroes myself on my 04 2WD. They got rid of the side-to-side rolling motion. A stiffer ride overall. Oh yeah, the Ranchos are white with red boots, the Monroes are all silver.

 

[Rodger Tellefson]

We do mainly street driving in our '01 4x2, and it all depends on what you like in a ride. A firmer ride will give you better handling, whereas a softer ride will be more comfortable. With that said; even though both shocks are made by Teneco Corp. the Rancho RSX is a little firmer ride because of different tuning plus poly bushings and the Monroe Reflex is basically the same shock just a little softer. Because the '01 & '02 have softer suspension than the '03 - '05 I recommend going with the Rancho RSX.

 

[Michael A 2]

If you are doing more off roading than street driving go for the Rancho RSX shcoks.

 

[EddieS'04]

I have the rancho rsx on my '04 4x2. All street driven. The ride and control is good for me. Rancho has a buy 4 for the price of 3 at this time...

 

[D Knx]

I have the Monroe Reflexes on my '05 2wd doing mainly street driving.



Huge improvement in ride quality.



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