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ICON RAM 2500/3500 Coilover Conversion Systems
The 2003-2013 RAM 2500 / 3500 chassis is a solid foundation that makes for a competent heavy-duty work truck or a tough weekend warrior that’s able to take some serious off-road abuse. While these heavy-duty RAM trucks perform quite well off the lot, ICON Vehicle Dynamics engineers have spent a significant amount of time at the drawing board developing suspension systems to extract higher levels of performance. ICON’s new 3-5” Coilover Conversion Systems address the issue of a lack of adjustment in OEM components that may force RAM owners to set up their trucks for one situation or another. For example, maximum wheel travel and comfort may be experienced at a particular ride height, but when a winch setup or a snow plow is outfitted to the truck the front end is susceptible to a loss in height or ride quality. With the features of the ICON Coilover Conversion System, RAM owners can now make a simple change to the coil adjuster to acquire the look and performance they desire without adding parts or sacrificing ride quality.

The RAM Coilover Conversion System has been tested and tuned to offer comfort, stability, and drivability over a wide range of terrains. 2.5” remote reservoir coilover shocks provide exceptional ride characteristics while tubular steel or billet aluminum link arms add strength and decrease bushing bind. ICON offers several staged systems that include upgraded components and additional features along with all parts required for a straightforward install. ICON’s unique CDC (Compression Damping Control) Valve can be incorporated into the RAM Coilover Conversion System for the ultimate in adjustability and user-defined tuning.

Key Features:
- Made in the USA
- Adjustable ride height 3-5″ lift height
- Increased ride quality over stock with no change in towing capacity
- Decreased body roll
- ICON engineered 2.5 coilover shocks with Eibach coils
- Corrosion-resistant CAD plated shock body
- 7/8 polished NitroSteel® shaft
- Remote reservoir for consistent damping at extreme temperatures
- Tubular steel upper and lower links feature dual rate bushing assemblies
- Correctly positioned steering and track bar components
- No drive shaft modifications needed
February 14, 2014
Rancho® Launches New Performance Suspension Systems for 2014 GMC Sierra 1500

Systems Pass Federal Rollover Safety Test; Rancho Engineers Integrate Options to Accommodate Varying OE Steering Knuckle Material

Long Beach, Calif., Dec. 12, 2013 – The new Rancho 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 suspension systems recently passed the U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 126 – Electronic Stability Control Systems (FMVSS-126) test – and were engineered to accommodate the varying steering knuckle materials being used by GMC.

The truck that recently passed FMVSS-126 included the new 6-in. Rancho suspension system, rear Rancho® RS7000MT™ (RS7297) shocks, and front OE struts with spacers. The truck also was outfitted with BFGoodrich® Mud-Terrain T/AKM2 325/60R20 tires and 20-in. Vision Off-Road Assassin wheels finished in matte black. (more…)

January 21, 2014
FOX Revamps 2.0 Factory Series Reservoir Shocks for 2014

New for 2014 are aluminum reservoir bodies with integrated O-ring sealed air valve caps and improved universal reservoir mounting clamps

El Cajon, Calif. – For decades, the FOX 2.0 Factory Series Reservoir smooth body shock has been the ultimate performance suspension upgrade for stock or lifted trucks and SUVs–but unwilling to rest on its laurels, FOX has gone back to the drawing board to make the 2.0 Factory Series Reservoir shock even better. New for 2014 are aluminum reservoir bodies with integrated O-ring sealed air valve caps and improved universal reservoir mounting clamps. (more…)

January 21, 2014
MaxTrac Releases Ram 1500 4.5-Inch, 7-Inch Lift Kits

Two-wheel drive lift technology goes to new heights with 4.5-inch and 7-inch spindle lift systems for 2003-2013 Ram ½-tons

Anaheim, Calif. — MaxTrac Suspension released new lift systems that incorporate the company’s signature lift spindles. For 2003-2013 Ram 1500 2WD trucks, the new MaxTrac knuckles – cast from ductile iron and finished with a durable black e-coat for corrosion-resistance – provide 4.5 inches of lift. This provides enough wheelwell clearance to fit many 35-inch-tall tires without having to trim the fenders. (more…)

January 19, 2014
Rancho® Suspension Systems Pass Federal Rollover Safety Test

Rancho 2014 GMC Sierra 1500, 2009-2013 Ford F-150 Systems Certified as FMVSS-126 Compliant; BFGoodrich Tires, OE Wheel Works Wheels Included in Testing

Long Beach, Calif., Oct. 28, 2013 – The Rancho® lift kits for 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 and 2009-2013 Ford F-150 (RS6519B) trucks recently met all requirements of the U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 126 – Electronic Stability Control Systems (FMVSS-126) test. (more…)

November 12, 2013
Metalcloak’s Adjustable Rear Bump Stop System Makes Designing Your JK Suspension Easy

Metalcloak continues their trend of innovation with the Adjustable REAR Bump Stop System. Like most of us, you’ve probably guessed what size bump stop you need for your lift kit, fender and tire combination. Guess no more.

Following the success of the Adjustable Front Bump Stop System that uses hockey-like pucks to provide the option of 1” to 4” in Bump Stop, Metalcloak’s Adjustable Rear Bump Stop System for the JK Wrangler allows you to easily change the Bump Stop to fit your JK’s specific needs. Each kit comes with eight rectangular pucks (four for each side) manufactured from trail-proven natural thermoplastic rubber designed to mount in a staggered pattern (1” high to 4” high, depending on need) providing a full and complete bump stop option. Just Install. Test. Adjust. It’s that easy. Metalcloak, It’s Your Jeep, Only Better (more…)

October 31, 2013