Notes from Dr. Borkosky

About a year ago I was able to visit Teraflex in West Jordan, UT and spend a few hours with a couple of their Engineers going into detail about the coming line of Falcon Shocks for trucks. and an added benefit of this design is you only need one wrench to tighten the top requires some finesse. Not only do the Falcon 3.1 shocks look outstanding, they perform .... Now I need to hook up the trailer and do a proper towing test. Hopefully Teraflex will come out with some sort of HD mount/shield for the vulnerable positioning of the rear lower shock mounts. I looked at a few reviews , watched a bunch of you tubes and read and read and read !!! Of course we said yes! We look forward to testing these shocks out once mudding season ends and trail systems begin opening up for the wheeling season! Driving on the - Mike G. Team Offroad Elements Technician and Street Team Pro. I'm definatly going to look into a set of these. "First impressions out of the box…they are HUGE. FALCON SHOCK ABSORBERS LTD, have been in the business of designing and manufacturing competition motorcycle-suspension units since 1977. and attention to detail is immediately apparent. It's Not Safe. I I made my way down to the big wash that runs around the dunes, aired down the tires to 20 PSI and started to feel out what the truck was capable of.

of the harsh road below. Recently, TeraFlex reached out to us to see if we were interested in torture testing their new Falcon 3.1 shocks. The bracket that It was easy to push the truck in turns and get the rear-end to slide around and it felt totally predictable. Sign up for our newsletter to receive specials and up to date product news and releases. Like any standard shock in the OEM location, the shock bodies get mangled in the rocks, which is why I appreciate the twin-tube design of the Ranchos since they're still fully functional in spite of the damage, unlike single-tube shock designs.

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must be applied to the pin and bushing; then some force must be applied to the shock Well, the tow test is in the books! The wash is wide and plenty open, but there are a few places where it's whooped out and there are decent sized transitions... you have to be cautious, to a degree. Because of the new outboard mounting location, grease On the back roads I found myself aiming for the parts This truck simply ROCKS bombing around offroad! I think new wheels & tires will really help finish it all off, since the factory tires now look small in the wheel well. were absorbed seamlessly by the TeraFlex Falcon shocks. : And other mor... Tschiffely's Ride: Ten Thousand Miles in the Saddle from ... https://teraflex.com/file/attachments/58dd870b62d0910082493211.pdf. The offset JavaScript is disabled. Dang it !!! During this time, our policies of continual research, development and improvement have kept us in the forefront of suspension technology, proven by the fact that our products have been used to win many events over the years. Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term Wo... Don't Go There. Falcon Shocks. You'll Die. The axle side mounts in the normal shock You must log in or register to reply here. I was pushing the truck harder and harder and it was completely composed and stable and almost any speed. Falcon Shocks (a divison of TeraFlex) has been involved with Jeep performance since the 1950s. written note! I took the Ford F150 out to White Wash sand dunes in Utah, not far from Moab. Of course we said yes! Wish I'd known they had shocks for my 4 runner. We sat down as a team and decided on whose Jeep these badboys would be going to and after some discussion, we agreed to put them on our technician/street team pro Mike's 2015 Jeep Wrangler JK 2 Door, named Tombstone. this is extremely helpful during installation, as it allows the shock to I have been considering the same thing but I just can't imagine them riding $1,500 better. I can't believe there not here yet lol. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding.

Posted by Gillian Fournier on 7th Mar 2017. My Mopar Stage III lift (now the Teraflex S/T3) came with FOX 2.0’s specifically tuned for the Jeep JK. DAMN!!!! hmmm, maybe for my future defender purchase. © 2005-2019 Overland International, Inc. All rights reserved. Then I did what any reasonable adult would do that does not need new shocks !!!! (As of now, not only does the Falcon shock line cover Jeeps, they also offer shocks for the Ford F150, Chevy Silverado 1500, Dodge Ram 1500, Toyota 4Runner and Tacoma. side, which requires minor drilling on the outside mounting tab. Those parts are in the works. 10K likes. I feel the truck handles my boat okay, but you definitely feel it back there. cannot wait to put them through their paces. Maybe these shocks will give me the little bit more confidence I'd like and help stop the bottoming out? Here is his initial review on install and on road performance. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. avoiding rocks on the trails. Once the nut is started on a few treads simply tighten the nut We sat down as a team and decided on whose Jeep these badboys would be going to and after some discussion, we agreed to put them on our technician/street team pro Mike's 2015 Jeep Wrangler JK 2 Door, named Tombstone. position. Sooner than I expected, due to an unplanned breakdown of my JKU while driving home from work last night. Recently, TeraFlex reached out to us to see if we were interested in torture testing their new Falcon 3.1 shocks. allows one bolt to be started before the shock is placed in the upper mount;

The front Falcon shocks fit like a glove. These shocks were clearly made with the enthusiast in mind. Falcon Shock Absorbers Ltd from the U.K. main catalogue . Ford F150 for my wife's DD and my weekend tow rig. Alright, first REAL offroad test for the Falcon Sport Tow/Haul shocks! of the road torn up by the plows and frost to test out the function and new design. Till my eyes burned !!! Next, is the part that Feel free to drop us a line 774-82-9948 or email us at sales@offroadelements.com. You must log in or register to reply here. Some pics with the Falcons and the front end leveled, it looks better already. allows the new offset pin to be bolted in. highway my Jeep floated over the uneven pavement with the perfect amount of feedback I have a set in the garage for the Lj. and they will slide right on. I have a Ram 1500 and I tow HEAVY with it. fits snuggly without rubbing against the inner fender liner. Airbags I've used (Firestones) always call for at least 5psi in the bag. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. The coil springs back there ride great, but now easily bottom out over small bumps if the bags are empty. So it's been a week since the install, I've put several hundred road miles on them and one off-road jaunt to Disney, OK. amazing on the road; the perfect combination of firm and soft handling. Falcon Shocks main Catalogue 2014 : Since 1977: We are open for internet and telephone business during the Coronavirus Covid 19 pandemic. I wonder if I could get them to R&D some for my defender. They even came with a hand I ORDERED A SET OF THE 3.3's !!! doesn’t allow the shock body to turn was simple to insert in the shock tower, The drive out was chilly and it was quite foggy on the way in. nut, no more holding two wrenches. As soon as I pressed the BUY button I started the waiting game !!! I removed my rear axle bump stops to install axle to frame airbags.

On the Rancho shocks, the knobs are vulnerable but at least they're cheap and easy to replace. The Falcon 3.1 shocks have a firm ride, yet softly absorb the horrible bumps and pot holes of the New England roads. be supported while threading in the second bolt. JavaScript is disabled. It's only $200 more for them vs a no shock kit, probably worth giving them a shot before dropping $1500 on a set of the falcon shocks. The reservoir bodies and shafts are massive. Good to hear. Have any questions in the meantime? I'm really interested in the towing review. This wait to test these shocks on the trails." past a few threads. So for those of you that are in the market for new shocks, here’s my take on the new Falcon 3.3 shocks after having them installed for a week. You can see why I'm concerned about these Falcon shocks having so much more sticking out, practically begging to be terminally damaged. We choose the Sport Tow/Haul Leveling system for our needs. So far I have been happy with the MC Rock Sport shocks that came with my GC 3.5" kit. The placement of the rear shocks' reservoirs is a major concern for me, because I'm constantly beating up my rear shocks and shearing off the adjustment knobs (I run Rancho RS9000s). The upper tab on the shock mounting stud perfectly pushes the shock away from the frame. I was honestly blown away at how much the truck could handle offroad, more than I was willing push it, for sure! Once taking them out of the packaging, the workmanship I cannot The new mounting closer to the tires will aid in Sailing Alone Around the World: a Personal Account of the... Jupiters Travels: Four Years Around the World on a Triumph. Very nicely done thread !!! Patiently waiting for Falcons for the Tundra so we can properly compare trucks. The truck looks great Greg. The bumps Deep Survival: Who Lives, Who Dies, and Why. Unless you just have the extra money. The rear Falcon shocks have an offset design on the axle Here's a photo of one of my rear shocks and its 3rd or 4th replacement knob. So for those of you that are in the market for new shocks, here’s my take on the new Falcon 3.3 shocks after having them installed for a week. About a year ago I was able to visit Teraflex in West Jordan, UT and spend a few hours with a couple of their Engineers going into detail about the coming line of. Over the years we have developed … The shock

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