Precisely Engineered Rancho Suspension System Now Available for 2009 Ford F-150 4WD Models
Rancho Suspension, who has multiple products for the UTV line of vehicles, announces a new F150 Suspension System.
LONG BEACH, CA, August 14, 2009 – Built to withstand the demand of both off- and on-road driving, Rancho has released a brand-new system for the 2009 Ford F-150, delivering a suspension system that maximizes handling and performance benefits. The new suspension – completely compatible with the Ford AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™ (RSC®) system – is now available through thousands of off-road performance retailers nationwide.
Rancho, headquartered in Long Beach, Calif., is one of the world’s most recognized brands of off-road suspension components and accessories.
Utilizing legendary engineering design, the new Rancho F-1501 suspension system (p/n RS6518B) provides 4-inches of lift, levels the front and rear, and allows for the use of larger wheel and tire package (up to 35-in. tires and 18- and 20-in. wheels). Stock wheels can be re-used.
Including a heavy-duty, one-piece subframe made from high-strength low-alloy steel, the system provides exceptional strength while installing easily and maintaining proper CV and driveshaft angles to minimize vibrations. Another key component of the system are CNC-machined extended steering knuckles. The system includes all alignment hardware and aligns to OE specifications.
Rancho engineers maintained the factory location of the rack and pinion and included meticulously designed, maintenance-free components. Use of the system does not increase track width and ensures proper steering geometry.
The new system from Rancho is fully compatible with Rancho RS9000XL™ adjustable shock absorbers (front RS999806; rear RS999287) that feature a larger diameter reserve tube to allow for cooler and more consistent performance under the most demanding conditions. The RS9000XL shocks also are constructed with a larger-than-normal 18-mm diameter chromed piston rod and are finished in Liquid Metallic Silver. The shocks can be controlled with the Rancho MyRIDE™ Wireless Controller, providing wireless, instant manipulation of the shock ride profile.
The system also includes rear leaf spring blocks. Every Rancho system includes all of the necessary components to complete the installation; detailed, full-color installation instructions; and a limited lifetime warranty. No drivetrain modifications are necessary. The system is only available in black.
Rancho is manufactured and marketed by Tenneco Inc. (NYSE: TEN).
To learn more about the Rancho 2009 Ford F-150 suspension system or for more information about other Rancho products, please visit your preferred Rancho retailer, visit www.GoRancho.com or write to: Rancho Suspension, 6925 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach, CA 90805. To locate your nearest Rancho authorized dealer, please use the “Dealer Locator” at www.GoRancho.com to generate a list of online and local retailer stores in your selected region.
Tenneco is a $5.9 billion manufacturing company with headquarters in Lake Forest, Illinois and approximately 21,000 employees worldwide. Tenneco is one of the world’s largest designers, manufacturers and marketers of emission control and ride control products and systems for the automotive original equipment market and the aftermarket. Tenneco markets its products principally under the Monroe®, Walker®, Gillet™ and Clevite® Elastomer brand names.
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1-2009 Ford F-150 4WD w/ automatic transmission. Excludes 8200 G.V.W.R., models with All-Wheel Drive and models equipped with 2-piece rear driveshaft.
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