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1996 Jeep Cherokee Classic RS5000 Series Shock (part#RS5128)
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Brand: Rancho
Advance Auto Parts Part#: 18580202
Suitable vehicles: Click to find if this product can be used with your vehicle:
Advance Auto Parts Part#: 18580202
Suitable vehicles: Click to find if this product can be used with your vehicle:
- Jeep
- Cherokee Classic
- 1996
- 1996 Jeep Cherokee Classic (4.0L 242CI L6 FI VIN: S)
- 1996
- Cherokee Classic
The Rancho RS5000 is designed for light trucks and SUVs. Available for stock or lifted applications. The RS5000 is suitable for both on- and off-road use.
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| Compressed Length: | 13 |
| Dust Shield Included: | Yes |
| Extended Length: | 20.938 |
| Lower Mounting Type: | XP5 |
| Parts Pack(s): | Yes |
| Travel Length: | 7.938 |
| Upper Mounting Type: | S42 |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsRanchoRS5000 Series Shock
(based on 8 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (5)
- Durable (4)
- Easy to install (4)
- High-performance (4)
- Lightweight (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Trucks (5)
- Car & Truck:
- Truck enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (5)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 8 customers
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Pros
- Durable
- Easy to install
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- SUV Jeep
Comments about Rancho RS5000 Series Shock:
The shock vastly improved the Jeep's ride. They smoothed out the bumps and it feels' as if I have better control.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Looks cool
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Trucks
Comments about Rancho RS5000 Series Shock:
The Rancho shocks were very easy to install on my Jeep Wranger Rubicon and the wheels on the ground. My only complaint is there was no guidance on how tight to compress the upper mounts.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- High-Performance
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Large Cars
- Small Cars
- Trucks
Comments about Rancho RS5000 Series Shock:
fast shipping. item was easy to install myself. thank you.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- High-Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Trucks
Comments about Rancho RS5000 Series Shock:
These were to replace existing Ranch RS5000s. These shocks are very durable and can withcstand the occasional offroading and definitely smooth out the daily drive. This part was used on a lifted jeep 3.5" and they still have plenty of travel just in case someone was wondering about fit to modified suspensions.
- Car & Truck:
- Mechanic, Truck Enthusiast
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy to install
- Easy To Use
- High-Performance
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
- No boot lubricant
- No instructions
Best Uses
- Small Cars
- Trucks
Comments about Rancho RS5000 Series Shock:
[...]. They came with no instruction, but are easy enough to figure out. I used some mild lubricant to get the boot onto the shocks, but that was my only real problem.
- Car & Truck:
- Casual Driver, Daily driver Jeep
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- High-Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Trucks
Comments about Rancho RS5000 Series Shock:
install easy...........no directions needed
- Car & Truck:
- Truck Enthusiast
Pros
- Comfortable Ride
- Easy To Install
- Improves Handling
- Removes harsh ride
Cons
- No Instructions
Best Uses
- Everyday Driving
- Replacement
Comments about Rancho RS5000 Series Shock:
Advance matched the best Internet price I could find, and was very gracious and helpful doing that. Installed front shocks on 2003 Grand Cherokee w/Class 4 (10,000#)factory hitch. (Rear Rancho shocks were out of stock in Aug 2010, but will be installed ASAP). 85K miles on original OEM shocks, which were standard double acting gas shocks. Original suspension was extremely harsh but smoothed-out considerably after installing 2" wider Bridgestones when the factory Michelins wore out. Changing to the Rancho 5000 shocks took out the rest of the bumps. The factory shocks had added to the already extremely stiff springs to give a jolt w/every dime in the road. The Rancho 5000 offers little resistance on compression but stops the shock extension on rebound, per the Rancho site, so only the springs are inhibiting downward action instead of a spring & shock combination. Unbelievable difference in ride smoothness on washboard to Interstate roads. Pulling left during heavy braking was eliminated, also, because that was caused by a weak shock and not bad brakes. I also replaced the OEM steering stabilizer with a Monroe Magnum, which removed all the side-to-side wobble, especially on uneven pavement ripples. My monor steering corrections are now nil. So I have a Jeep with a really high towing capacity that rides smoothly when empty --- the way it should have been from the factory. I did not give this shock 5 stars because there are no instructions in the box or on the Rancho website, so exactly where to position the accordian boot is not known, nor did I know ahead of time to have a thin or plate wrench available for holding the top of the shock immobile during installation. They included a standard nut, not a locknut, for the shock top rod. They did not include a hex indentation in the bumper cover to keep it from loosening, nor give instructions for correctly tightening the top nut. I had other info to consult and lock nuts to use, but Rancho should have provided both. BTW, a web site that describes the accordian boot as a pretty decoration that resulted in moisture inside the boot that rusted the piston rod may be right about the moisture, but the chrome-plated rod should not have rusted, anyway, unless there was a plating defect. Also, since the shocks are mounted upside-down from OEM, with the rod up, not down, dust and dirt will land on top the rod seal entry and will be dragged thru the wiper and the seal, chewing the seal to bits, unless the accordian boot is keeping the dirt out. So installing the boot is not an option --- it's a necessity.
- Car & Truck:
- Casual Driver, Mechanic
Pros
- Comfortable Ride
- Easy To Install
- Improves Handling
- Improves Launching
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday Driving
- Performance Driving
- Replacement
Comments about Rancho RS5000 Series Shock:
Easy To install. Jeep Cherokee has never handled so good. Rancho product "quality" as advertised.
- Car & Truck:
- Auto Enthusiast, Truck Enthusiast
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Q:
i need some rear shocks for an 03 jeep with a 4 inch lift kit on it..which ones do you recomend?Asked on 4/9/2012 by Anonymous1 answer
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A:
Please check this Rancho RS5000 Series Shock with Part No. RS5260 for Rear of your 03 Jeep with a 4" lift kit.Answered on 4/10/2012 by John the Car-Doc from AAP
Q:
Wondering if these will work for both the front and rear end of the vehicle.Asked on 3/15/2012 by Anonymous1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
Yes, this part Rancho RS5000 Series Shock, Part No. RS5128 manufactured by Rancho fits both the Front Driver side and Passenger side of the vehicle. This part is for Front side of the vehicle. For compatibility of this part with your vehicle, please provide your vehicle make, model and engine specification.Answered on 3/15/2012 by Aaron from AAP
Q:
how many come in each package?Asked on 2/2/2012 by Anonymous1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
This Rancho RS5000 Series Shock with part# RS5128 is sold individually. RS5000 shocks from Rancho has twin-tube design and 10-stage valving that delivers a comfortable highway ride and superb off-road performance, and their expanded-tube design provides more fluid capacity for lower operating temperatures.Answered on 2/3/2012 by Vincent from AAP
Q:
Looking for part numbers for rancho 5000 for a 97 jeep wrangler with a 4 inch lift, front and rear.Asked on 12/9/2011 by Lee from Ky1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
For a 4" lift I would recommend the items Rancho RS5000 Series Shock - Front(Part No. RS5255) and Rancho RS5000 Series Shock - Rear(Part No. RS5256). These 2 would be a better fit for your 1997 Jeep Wrangler 4wd.Answered on 12/9/2011 by John the Car-Doc from AAP
Q:
IF I WANT TO INSTALL THE 4 INCH LIFT SHOCKS ON THE FRONT OF MY 1999 SUBURBAN WILL I ALSO HAVE TO ADJUST THE TORSION RODS? AND WILL I ALSO HAVE TO GET AFTERMARKET CONTROL ARMS TO COMPENSATE FOR THE LIFT?Asked on 12/4/2010 by CHRIS BROWN from DULUTH1 answer
CUSTOMER CARE
A:
With out the presence of your vehicle we would not be able to properly diagnose it nor provide you with a 100% answer. We would suggest taking your vehicle to a certified mechanic for a proper diagnosis before buying and having parts installed that may not be required.Answered on 1/10/2011 by Ron the Auto Parts Rebel from AAP
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