I have a 2002 SuperCrew. I have the Rancho RSX's to install, but don't feel like shelling out the $60 for a shop to do it. Is it worth it? How hard could it be right?

 

think of it this way...most shops are going to charge around $50-$80/hr, and those are book hours so the actual time that the mechanic is spending on that is probably 75% of the charged time (these are just rough estimations so no one flame me for this... ). so if you're a fairly experienced wrench turner you can probably do it in a little over the book time if you have all the tools and equipment ready. i'd figure changing shocks would take about 2 hours for the regular joe taking his time.

oh yeah and welcome to the site

 

I recently installed 4 RSX's on my 2003 SuperCab. It took me about 3 hours total and that was with removing the front wheels and taking my time.

 

$60 is a fair price. If you self install, you save the money, learn about your truck, have time to examine for other problems, see the job is done correctly, and avoid dealer damage. You are correct, it's not hard.

 

Hello, I'm trying to decide on new shocks and noticed you said you installed the RSX on your ride. My question is did you notice a big difference from these stock ranchero that came on my truck? I almost wish i had my dakota back this thing is so rough...Almost

 

I'm waiting for my RSX's to arrive. In the meantime, could someone post a tool list that will be needed? I want to make sure I have everything before I start.

Please separate the "required tools" and "nice to have around" tools.

Thanks all.



2001 XLT SuperCab 4x2

 

kjo,

Yes, I did notice a difference right away, the truck does ride smoother. I don't know if in my opinion it is a big improvement, since it is still a 4x4 truck, but there is a noticable difference.

 

I installed a set of 9000's about 3 months ago, I would ASSUME that the nut sizes, etc would be the same. If not, I'm sure some RSX guys will point out any differences. Anyways, here's what I ended up with:

18mm socket to remove the stockers (the extra umpf of a 1/2" drive or extended 3/8" will help)

the tops of the 9000's were 14mm i believe. 16mm (F) & 14mm (R) open wrench to hold the nuts.

 

Thanks much for info. I'll let you know how it goes.