Which is a higher quality shock? For ride and life?

don't know but just put on bilstiens at 13K miles. Stock shocks were working fine, but the bilstiens made a noticeable improvement in ride. Small bumps are much less noticeable, more controlled over rough roads.

I too would like the difference in brands. I put in new Ranchos last year and noticed a big difference but that does not tell me anything due to the year of my truck. If the Bilstiens are a better ride with better performance, I may consider changing them in the future. Especially since Rancho gave me a lifetime warranty.
Mark

A search of the forums didn't turn up any info for you guys? I could swear blue/yellow vs. red/white has been covered at least 1,000 times in recent history....

lol, lifetime warranty???????? So when they wear out I get new ones for free? If bilstien doesnt do that then im defenitelly getting the Ranchos even if the Bilstiens are better

That was one of the things that caught my eye as well.
Mark

Just ordered the Bilstiens from Diesel Performance Shops.com and Some SD tie rod sleevs

bilstiens have a lifetime warranty

the bilstiens are the higher quallity by far
I had a guy explain to me why the Bilstiens are better and the Ranchos are the same as most Car Quest or AutoZone brand shocks but I forgot what he said:(

i doubt that with the 9000's, but some of the others Ive heard It could be true. The Bilstiens are ugly colors though lol, with the superriour ride i can live with it

I was under the impression that the Ranchos had the lifetime as well but when I bought them I knew nothing about the Bilstiens. If they are better, I would be willing to change them out down the road. I do want the best ride I can get and have not really had a problem with the Ranchos. My buddy's got a new dodge he think runs comfortable but my 93 seems to be smoother and ride better over bumps and such.
Mark

Not to mention, I will go with a good shock if they make them with a Purple Boot...LOL
Mark