RK Triple Rate/RS9000XL Woes
07-20-2014, 11:22 AM
#1
JK Enthusiast
Thread Starter
RK Triple Rate/RS9000XL Woes
I ordered the new RK triple rate coils, 2.5", from Northridge 4x4. Triple rate is splashed all over the page. I buy them, and after weeks of backorder, I open up the box today and see something suspicious. The model numbers are the same (RK03300/03301), but I take a closer look and the rear coils are the old progressive style that RK used to sell. Thank god I checked, because I feel like I got duped. 
When I sold these, and bought the 1.5" springs, those ones did all appear to be triple rate. So something is fishy...
Cool story, bro-- I know. But, I wanted to remind everyone to check what you order to make sure you get what you wanted. I remember there was an issue with the triple rates before because they all use the same part numbers as their linear predecessors.
The 2.5" springs: (rears do not have closely packed coils)
The 1.5" springs: (notice all the closely packed coils)
Edit: As of 8/17, no response back from RK. I PM'd them and bumped this thread numerous times asking for answers.
When I sold these, and bought the 1.5" springs, those ones did all appear to be triple rate. So something is fishy...
Cool story, bro-- I know. But, I wanted to remind everyone to check what you order to make sure you get what you wanted. I remember there was an issue with the triple rates before because they all use the same part numbers as their linear predecessors.
The 2.5" springs: (rears do not have closely packed coils)
The 1.5" springs: (notice all the closely packed coils)
Edit: As of 8/17, no response back from RK. I PM'd them and bumped this thread numerous times asking for answers.
Last edited by bonanza; 08-17-2014 at 08:19 PM.
07-20-2014, 11:33 AM
#2
JK Jedi
The perfect storm hit today. Next weekend I planned out a good install block of time. I have all my parts ready-- bumpstops, track bar bracket, shocks, springs. I'm doing an inventory of things I just got to make sure it's all good to go, and disaster. First, the shocks:
I ordered Rancho 9000XLs from 4wheelparts. They specifically called me to ask my lift height, and I said 2.5". Great, right? Nope. I check the part numbers today, and they sent my XL26s (0-2") for the front and XL30s (4") for the rear. Call them up, and no customer service on Sundays, so I'll have to try again tomorrow. Strike one.
"My favorite store, Northridge4x4, surely did it right!" I thought. I've spent thousands and thousands from their site before without any issues. I ordered the new RK triple rate coils, 2.5", from their site. Triple rate is splashed all over the page. I buy them, and after weeks of backorder, I open up the box today and set my eyes on Strike number two. The model numbers are the same (RK03300/03301), but I take a closer look and the rear coils are the old progressive style. Thank god I checked, because I feel like I got duped.
Cool story, bro-- I know. But, I wanted to remind everyone to check what you order to make sure you get what you wanted. I remember there was an issue with the triple rates before because they all use the same part numbers as their linear predecessors.
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I'm pretty sure the Northridge issue isn't their fault due to the fact the springs were sent to me by some bizarre company in New York. The 4Wheelparts issue is just another reminder to do research yourself instead of assuming someone else will get it right. Regardless, had I not caught these and went forward with my install I would have bigger issues down the road. Good luck out there everyone!
I ordered Rancho 9000XLs from 4wheelparts. They specifically called me to ask my lift height, and I said 2.5". Great, right? Nope. I check the part numbers today, and they sent my XL26s (0-2") for the front and XL30s (4") for the rear. Call them up, and no customer service on Sundays, so I'll have to try again tomorrow. Strike one.
"My favorite store, Northridge4x4, surely did it right!" I thought. I've spent thousands and thousands from their site before without any issues. I ordered the new RK triple rate coils, 2.5", from their site. Triple rate is splashed all over the page. I buy them, and after weeks of backorder, I open up the box today and set my eyes on Strike number two. The model numbers are the same (RK03300/03301), but I take a closer look and the rear coils are the old progressive style. Thank god I checked, because I feel like I got duped.
Cool story, bro-- I know. But, I wanted to remind everyone to check what you order to make sure you get what you wanted. I remember there was an issue with the triple rates before because they all use the same part numbers as their linear predecessors.
Attachment 566508
I'm pretty sure the Northridge issue isn't their fault due to the fact the springs were sent to me by some bizarre company in New York. The 4Wheelparts issue is just another reminder to do research yourself instead of assuming someone else will get it right. Regardless, had I not caught these and went forward with my install I would have bigger issues down the road. Good luck out there everyone!
07-20-2014, 11:37 AM
#3
JK Enthusiast
Thread Starter
The fronts are triple rate-- I can tell from the closely packed coils at the top. The rears, however, do not have those same feature. They are the same spacing from top to bottom.
07-20-2014, 06:36 PM
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07-20-2014, 07:25 PM
#8
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Also I'm worried about the underestimate from RK. I've read that some people are close to 4" lift on the 2.5s on a 2dr? I have a metal bumper up front an a 35 on the teraflex hinge, but the idea of 4" lift is scary. I head they give more than advertised, but 4" is a bit silly if true. RK needs to rename these coils if that's true.
07-20-2014, 07:42 PM
#9
JK Junkie
What bump stops are you running? Flat fenders? Also I'm worried about the underestimate from RK. I've read that some people are close to 4" lift on the 2.5s on a 2dr? I have a metal bumper up front an a 35 on the teraflex hinge, but the idea of 4" lift is scary. I head they give more than advertised, but 4" is a bit silly if true. RK needs to rename these coils if that's true.
