Are the FOX Performance 2.0 Coil-Over IFP Front Shocks worth the money to put on my 2022 for ranger xlt fx4?

[Maxacceleration]

I wouldn't consider having shocks that can be rebuilt a liability. Its more of a feature.
Shock oil wears out, turns to fish oil as they say (breaks down).
Not sure if the other shocks mentioned are rebuildable.
Rebuildable shocks allow for replacing worn parts and using fresh oil. Even changing oil weight… so tunability.
I wont suggest one shock over another. Just bringing up a rebuild as a feature.

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[Brett Fields]

so im currently debating what mods i should add to my ranger. I have decided on a chase rack, bigger cb antenna and 4-6 more off road lights on the chase rack. I was thinking about bigger tires on the stock rims because i like the rims not the tires so much. I was wondering if the fox shocks are worth it as an investment. For reference I'm going to attempt to put these on myself some how even though i do not have a lift for the truck. (service lift like a frame rail lift for garage) I was wondering if in my case with some use on rural often not paved or lightly (crappy job done in like the 60s) and pot hole filled roads and some various farm work out in felids if it. Would be worth it to buy some fox shocks and get rid of my older ones or like sell them or something? Any input would help thank you!

Investment? Truck parts are never an investment. They're a disposable commodity.
Are the Fox's nice? For the right person under the right circumstances, yes.
Are they a great value for the money? No. There are a bunch of great options out there that will significantly improve your ride quality. I wish I knew about the 6112's before I did the Fox 2.0's that now live in my shed.

 

[Frenchy]

Investment? Truck parts are never an investment. They're a disposable commodity.
Are the Fox's nice? For the right person under the right circumstances, yes.
Are they a great value for the money? No. There are a bunch of great options out there that will significantly improve your ride quality. I wish I knew about the 6112's before I did the Fox 2.0's that now live in my shed.

Had a set of 6112's on my Frontier and now they have come off. For me they were a disappointment..... That said I understand what you mean when it comes to different parts. Some become a waist. Others not so much.

 

[COblue]

I wouldn't consider having shocks that can be rebuilt a liability. Its more of a feature.
Shock oil wears out, turns to fish oil as they say (breaks down).
Not sure if the other shocks mentioned are rebuildable.
Rebuildable shocks allow for replacing worn parts and using fresh oil. Even changing oil weight… so tunability.
I wont suggest one shock over another. Just bringing up a rebuild as a feature.

Exactly. Not like OME, Eibach, etc will last forever and then you get to buy new shocks again.

 

[The_Stranger_Ranger]

Shocks make a big difference no doubt.

Due to rebuild requirements, cost and performance I'd actually recommend going with Old man Emu shocks. I have Nitrocharger's, and they're really fantastic for on-road performance and occasional off-road. The top of the line shocks we can get for our rangers is the Old man Emu BP51's which are incredible for off road.

okay thank you! Those are pretty expensive is it worth the cost? and what specially makes them worth it? do they have a rebuild requirement?

 

[The_Stranger_Ranger]

the fox 2.0s or the ford performance 2.0s will treat you right.
I run mine with similar terrain as you.
Small ranch property, dirt/gravel roadways occasionally, California freeways/higways/roads (yes pot holes, tire cutting cracks, uneven pavement/asphalt.).
The Eibach as I understand them (via YT vid, reviews, etc) have a better on road feel of control/handling and are a bit stiffer than the fox off road experience.

which ever you get i hope they fit your needs perfectly.

also keep your old set because things happen regardless, having a spare set you can swap in can and will keep you from experiencing extended truck on blocks time.

thank you for your input i am considering the 2.0s as a serious option. Have you had to rebuild yours? also how was the install?

 

[ben8jam]

These guys are in your area. Never used them, but follow and they are very knowledgeable and rebuild shocks all the time.

https://www.shocksurplus.com/blogs/news/fox-2-0-reservoir-rebuild-service

Thank you!

 

[The_Stranger_Ranger]

Investment? Truck parts are never an investment. They're a disposable commodity.
Are the Fox's nice? For the right person under the right circumstances, yes.
Are they a great value for the money? No. There are a bunch of great options out there that will significantly improve your ride quality. I wish I knew about the 6112's before I did the Fox 2.0's that now live in my shed.

could you give me a link to the shocks you are talking about?

 

[The_Stranger_Ranger]

How often are you going to carry a load in the bed? In my experience, the regular Fox 2.0s will do the job but aren't optimized for it. From what little i can find, the Ford tuned Fox 2.0's are going to be better for this application.

That being said, the Fox's excel on rough roads. I frequent a somewhat maintained gravel road to hit on of my favorite mountain biking spots, and it eats it up with no rattling in the cab. Very pleased with them for that use.

However Fox shocks do need periodic servicing in the form of a rebuild. That can be enough of a deterant for some. And honestly if i was going to do it again I would go with the Eibach Protruck 2r kit, or the bilstein 6112s and 5160s. Shock surplus has some good videos on all these options, i'd check them out.

is the Eibach Protruck 2r kit super durable? It is super cheap and very inciting choice when it comes to shocks but I'm worried about the durability... what are your thoughts?

 

[RangerPNW]

is the Eibach Protruck 2r kit super durable? It is super cheap and very inciting choice when it comes to shocks but I'm worried about the durability... what are your thoughts?

Based on what I've heard, they hold up very well. Can't be rebuilt, but nothing to suggest they need anything before 100k.

 

[The_Stranger_Ranger]

Based on what I've heard, they hold up very well. Can't be rebuilt, but nothing to suggest they need anything before 100k.

okay perfect. do you think they will also 150k or more? I plan on keeping my ranger until like 300k miles or the motor what ever one comes first.

 

[RangerPNW]

okay perfect. do you think they will also 150k or more? I plan on keeping my ranger until like 300k miles or the motor what ever one comes first.

I would doubt it, you'd see some sort of performance degradation by then.

 

[Av8or1]

okay thank you! Those are pretty expensive is it worth the cost? and what specially makes them worth it? do they have a rebuild requirement?

Whether or not it's worth it is up to you, and how you plan to use your vehicle.

 

[YaBoiNewton]

so im currently debating what mods i should add to my ranger. I have decided on a chase rack, bigger cb antenna and 4-6 more off road lights on the chase rack. I was thinking about bigger tires on the stock rims because i like the rims not the tires so much. I was wondering if the fox shocks are worth it as an investment. For reference I'm going to attempt to put these on myself some how even though i do not have a lift for the truck. (service lift like a frame rail lift for garage) I was wondering if in my case with some use on rural often not paved or lightly (crappy job done in like the 60s) and pot hole filled roads and some various farm work out in felids if it. Would be worth it to buy some fox shocks and get rid of my older ones or like sell them or something? Any input would help thank you!

They're great, just keep the OEM shocks so you can have something to ride on when you hit the rebuild interval. I tow off road almost weekly without an issue.

I also DIY'd the install and it's a piece of cake if you take the time to properly remove the following parts:
- Sway bar: just undo the fasteners underneath the truck. Leave end links attached.
- Brakes: caliper and rotor. Makes it easier when all that weight isn't hanging on the steering knuckle.
- Steering endlink: Videos will tell you to beat the knuckle with a hammer, but this will get you no where. Buy a pitman arm puller and you can push it out in 5 seconds
- Drive shaft: remove the axle nut and use a deadblow to knock the shaft loose from the steering knuckle. no need to fully remove from the steering knuckle, but just have it loose. this will give you a little extra wiggle room to fit the new coilovers without affecting the CV joint or pulling the shaft out of the motor side.

Sounds like a lot but its just a few steps.

 

[OGMix376]

thank you for your input i am considering the 2.0s as a serious option. Have you had to rebuild yours? also how was the install?

I haven’t had to rebuild them yet and I’m right at 50k miles with them…
Replacing them with the 2.5’s DSC’s (so I’ll be eating cup of noodles everyday for a month or two?.) Ill be keeping the 2.0’s for when I need to service the 2.5’s

The Rear shocks really easy.
The Front Coilovers fairly easy, much more complex than the rear R&R..
If you pop the axle out you’ll have a frustrating time getting it back in..
Make sure you properly torque everything properly.
After you finish the install take that sweet little truck to get the alignment done.

here’s the shocksurplus video.. that talks about comparing the Eibach and the fox 2.0’s a little bit

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