Darryl Tackett wrote:

> I'm a 4x4 newbie and recently purchased a set of rancho 5000 shocks. All
> 4 had no spring action. I exchanged them for another set but those do
> the same thing. Went ahead and installed them. It was like driving
> without any shocks. I cant believe that two sets could be defective so
> am I doing something wrong or is this how they're suppose to operate. If
> this is normal do I need some other component?

When you say "no spring action" do you mean that the ride is
extremely stiff? Kinda like riding on bricks? Or is it
not stiff enough for you?

If so, and the place where you bought them will exchange for
a different model, try the Rancho RS9000X adjustables and set
them to either 1 or 2 for softer ride, or start at 5 and up for
a bricklike ride.