I changed out my rough country shocks to Rancho air shocks that are adjustable from the drivers seat with a cool remote control. I spent 10 days in Colorado last year and the ability to adjust the shocks was fantastic. I also drive my rig 50 miles round trip everyday to work, rain or shine! That might be a cheaper way to go.

 

Those sound interesting. Worth an investigation for sure

 

I'm going to Big Bend in March. Any must see spots or advice you can provide?

 

Regarding the shocks, they have adjustment from 0-9. there is a small compressor under the hood and air lines that go to each shock. That allows me to adjust the pressure on the fly. Typically I drive to work with the settings at 1 or 2. That keeps it relatively soft. When I'm loaded down I run the shocks 4 in the front 6 in the rear and if I have trailer in tow I run 8 in the rear and 6 in the front. That really helps with a 3600 pound camp trailer/gear in the back. I also noticed on the trails I had it set very low and I was getting whipped all over the place. I changed to 6 all around and it killed the side to side sway. If you're a gadget guy, you will enjoy them. There is a Rancho rep here on the forum named Matt. I have his number if you need it.

 

How much do they go for and did you self install if so difficulty rating...

 

I'm building my JK into an overland/expedition Jeep, and that was a article was great to read.

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Gret thread, really learned a lot and the videos are great. The vids by Mark Doiron show some great and well equipped trips.

Couple total noob questions:

-Do you carry spare air filters with you on those long trips?
-On many of those trails I see people on, they are very narrow for what seems like miles. What happens if you encounter someone coming from the other direction? I've just watched a lot of those videos and it seems like there is no place to even move over.

 

I think they were about $100 each but at the time it was buy 3 get 1 free. The air compressor was something I bought from a forum member so you would need to price that out yourself. It was easy. I did it while I was rotating the tires. Not difficult at all. If you use the air compressor, you will need to remove the manual adjustment knobs and run air lines but it's all in the kit. If you get it, shoot me a PM and I will be happy to help you.

 

This is the one I carry. Extremely well-made components. Also have the ARB, and it's a nice kit, but with the Extreme Outback kit you really do get that extra money's worth in component fit and finish.

 

It is all spectacular. Recommend if you have time include Big Bend Ranch State Park in your visit. But, don't miss the Chisos Basin and Santa Elena Canyon. If you have time, a canoe trip through Santa Elena Canyon would be quite nice--plenty of outfitters in Terlingua. Mule Ears are also pretty neat, and if you're willing to hike a little, Balanced Rock is worth the effort. Stay at the Chisos Basin for sunset and catch it through The Window. Enjoy a meal in the restaurant there, and there is a nice, improved campground and lodge. If you make it to BBRSP, recommend camping at Guale 2. While we didn't get to enjoy the view much because of the weather, it seems to be unanimous among the rangers that it is the best view in the entire park.