what's the difference between the 4" and 5" drop. I have a diamondback full suspension, which one would b best for me I am 6' 2
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The main diference is the total lenght of the dropper .. Is importante to verify the lenght because the dropper has a bottom valve and has a minimum insertion .. Check the dimension sheet on fox web page and compare the lenght with your actual seat post. In my case, I have the 5in dropper because I'm tall.
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I'm 6' and I use the 5" on my Giant Anthem 29er FS bike. No complaints so far...
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Hi there I am 6.1 and I got the 5. It was perfect . Better to have a little extra than not enough
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I used a set of 4! I had the 1 3/4" in front and the 3/4" in the rear. This made it level. Now what i found out was that if you are using a stock suspension and this set up...and you weigh down your Jeep with gear....your back is gonna ride really low!!! So i would go with the 1 3/4" spacers all the way around and keep the rear a bit higher. This will compensate for your gear and stuff. Hope this helps!
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I'm 5'7" and 185 it's fine for me and my buddy is 6'4" or 5" and he can ride it no problem. Make sure you get the right tube when the tire pops.
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I'm 5'5. I bought the 15" and am considering getting the 17" instead. The seat height is fine (I have it adjusted fairly high), but the top tube is too short. This causes the handlebars to be too close to my body for comfort, and I have relatively short arms. Unlike the 2014 model, the handlebars do adjust some, but moving them further out also causes them to be lower, and I don't really like leaning over, which is what happens when you have the seat up really high and the handlebars very far forward. If your wife has short arms and/or legs and does not want a very upright position, the 15" bike might work for her, but I think the 17" would be better. I'm 5'5. I bought the 15" and am considering getting the 17" instead. The seat height is fine (I have it adjusted fairly high), but the top tube is too short. This causes the handlebars to be too close to my body for comfort, and I have relatively short arms. Unlike the 2014 model, the handlebars do adjust some, but moving them further out also causes them to be lower, and I don't really like leaning over, which is what happens when you have the seat up really high and the handlebars very far forward. If your wife has short arms and/or legs and does not want a very upright... » Read More I'm 5'5. I bought the 15" and am considering getting the 17" instead. The seat height is fine (I have it adjusted fairly high), but the top tube is too short. This causes the handlebars to be too close to my body for comfort, and I have relatively short arms. Unlike the 2014 model, the handlebars do adjust some, but moving them further out also causes them to be lower, and I don't really like leaning over, which is what happens when you have the seat up really high and the handlebars very far forward. If your wife has short arms and/or legs and does not want a very upright position, the 15" bike might work for her, but I think the 17" would be better. « Show Less
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I had a 3" add a leaf in my stock spring packs on my 97 XJ. I replaced them with these spring packs about 2 years ago. I got an additional inch or 4 inches of total lift. I cant believe 5.5". Although now that I read the other answers. Yes, if your jeep is loaded down you may get 5.5" because these springs are a bit stronger and do not sag much at all. No sag when loaded with 2 adults, 2 kids, 3 dogs 4 bikes and 2 weeks worth of camping gear. The only time I noticed a sag was just a few days ago with a 300lbs walk behind tiller on a receiver rack and it was less than an 1". I love these springs, the Jeep drives much better as well and they are well worth it. I had a 3" add a leaf in my stock spring packs on my 97 XJ. I replaced them with these spring packs about 2 years ago. I got an additional inch or 4 inches of total lift. I cant believe 5.5". Although now that I read the other answers. Yes, if your jeep is loaded down you may get 5.5" because these springs are a bit stronger and do not sag much at all. No sag when loaded with 2 adults, 2 kids, 3 dogs 4 bikes and 2 weeks worth of camping gear. The only time I noticed a sag was just a few days ago with a 300lbs walk behind tiller on a receiver rack and it was less than an... » Read More I had a 3" add a leaf in my stock spring packs on my 97 XJ. I replaced them with these spring packs about 2 years ago. I got an additional inch or 4 inches of total lift. I cant believe 5.5". Although now that I read the other answers. Yes, if your jeep is loaded down you may get 5.5" because these springs are a bit stronger and do not sag much at all. No sag when loaded with 2 adults, 2 kids, 3 dogs 4 bikes and 2 weeks worth of camping gear. The only time I noticed a sag was just a few days ago with a 300lbs walk behind tiller on a receiver rack and it was less than an 1". I love these springs, the Jeep drives much better as well and they are well worth it. « Show Less
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you're probably between 47cm and 50cm. The 47cm has a very short top tube, good if you are into an upright riding style or have back issues. Otherwise, pick the 50cm.
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I have experience with both systems you're asking about. Which is better depends on how you intend to ride. If you are going to go hard on some trails then a front suspension will suit you fine as you will rarely be seated. However if you plan on riding cross country, or even causally, then a dual suspension is for you as it will allow a more comfortable seated ride. BUT, as with all things in life it all comes down to personal preference. Hope this helped a little. Ride safe.
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I have used both the 2 and 6 inch drop on my motorhome for the toad, depending on you clearance factor as to which hi-low to use. The roadmaster hi-lows are top quality. Will
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On my 88 xj, I got a total of 4". My stocks were old, jeep was unloaded. If I measured while loaded with about 500lbs of crap back there, then yeah I would've had about a 5-5.5" gain. Good springs, worth the money and also don't sag like sticks when you have rear passengers...
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I have this stabar with 5" rear drop. Only clearance issues was with exhaust. Had to remake tailpipes. Also factory spare will not fit. I have 07 Sierra classic which is 99 to 06 body style.
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not sure bro, what lift do yo u have on the truck. if you are talking about 4" that is body lift and some spring spacers then yes. Otherwise then you need to size what ever you have on right now and order accordingly. The length of this shock is equivalent to the stock one, so if you are using the stock then this should not be a problem.
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There should be one for the 1500. My 3500 rides a bit hard in the back. Drives like a champ with weight in the box but real bouncy otherwise. Then I removed the spacer so I have about 1" clearance between the axle and timbrens instead of running directly on them. Makes a difference for my back for sure. Have the front ones too for plowing. Was way too rough. Got the hell bent steel 2" leveling kit. And that helped out tons now the the suspension has 2" before the timbrens hit the axle. Hope this helps
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One inch. The 444 will maintain stock height. The 944 will drop it one inch. Look closely at both descriptions. I also asked the same question of Progressive when I called them for advise when I was replacing my blown out stock air shocks. I am 6'6" and didn't want to lose any height. Otherwise performance is about the same
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Don't know about the drop, I had a 2013 Chevy Silverado 2500 4X4 crew cab. But my 5'4" wife didn't complain about the difficulty getting on anymore. My 260 lb. brother didn't damage it.
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I have a 6.5 inch lift and I had to change out to the lift kits provided rear shocks.These bilstiens only lift the rear end maybe an 1 1/2 inches on there so i thnk they would limit height and could limit travel causing possible damage.Do what i did phone the manufacturer of your lift kit.
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I have the 4.5 for a travel trailer. It does not get the tire to be repaired totally off the ground due to the suspension. I have to use a small hydraulic jack. The 4.5 helps take off the trailer weight. I would go with the 5.5 if I had to do it again. Biggr is always better. I had a 23 foot deck boat on a galvanized trailer and believe it weighed more than the travel trailer..... Hope this helps
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Please? Anybody? If anyone is 5 feet tall or around there and has used this machine or others (418, 431, 438) in this line, please drop a line here and tell me what you think of it? I am particularly interested in what kind of reach it takes to grip the handlebars while striding. Does it bend you forward to reach them or can you do so in relative comfort without straining your back? ANY input is greatly appreciated!!