Rediviva
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- First Name
- Jason
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- Nov 5, 2025
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- Location
- California
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- 24' Ranger XL 4x4
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After about 10k miles with my 2024 Ranger XL STX 4x4 on stock suspension, it was time for in upgrade. Was thrilled that Bilstein came out with the 5100’s for the 6th gen Ranger (finally). Picked up a set of front and rears at AllianceRacing.com - they had the best price and shipping was pretty quick. After install and alignment at a local shop here in SoCal, I headed straight for the mountains. Since they are adjustable, we installed them at the 4th notch which is about 1.5in lift in the front. It seemed to level it out almost perfectly.
On rough pavement they are stiff, no doubt about it. You feel every little bump. But the body roll and bounciness is much more controlled. Highway driving is secure and stable. Where they really shine is off-road - control, comfort, and confidence. Did about 10 miles around Mount Pinos in the Los Padres forest as a test run. Lots of folks out hunting, really great time of year to explore this area.
On rough pavement they are stiff, no doubt about it. You feel every little bump. But the body roll and bounciness is much more controlled. Highway driving is secure and stable. Where they really shine is off-road - control, comfort, and confidence. Did about 10 miles around Mount Pinos in the Los Padres forest as a test run. Lots of folks out hunting, really great time of year to explore this area.
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