Fox 2.0 shocks review for 2022 Sierra AT4

[DadJokes]

Is skipping the result of Ranchos being valved for heavy payload in the rear? That and empty bed combined with stiff front stabilizer bar+links might be why.

 

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[edeering03]

Its a damper so nothing to do with payload, that's all springs. Just more damping on the Bilstein's vs the ranchos. Less damping on the Ranchos means the rear end rebounds more off bumps, reducing the truck weight on the rear tires....sometimes reducing it enough to allow the rear end to move side to side. Same reason why the Ranchos can offer a slightly smoother ride (or less feel of the road compared to the Bilstein's). Less damping on the ranchos means less resistance to compression...so less of that road feel translating into the truck.

 

[DadJokes]

Its a damper so nothing to do with payload, that's all springs. Just more damping on the Bilstein's vs the ranchos. Less damping on the Ranchos means the rear end rebounds more off bumps, reducing the truck weight on the rear tires....sometimes reducing it enough to allow the rear end to move side to side. Same reason why the Ranchos can offer a slightly smoother ride (or less feel of the road compared to the Bilstein's). Less damping on the ranchos means less resistance to compression...so less of that road feel translating into the truck.

Excellent consideration.

 

[Rkmi2006]

So I have a 22 Sierra 1500 limited AT4. I added the zone level kit and the rancho shocks when from ok to crap just like that. It road worst then a lumber wagon. So I went with the Fox 2.0 adjustable with eibach Springs. It made a hug difference over the leveled Ranchos. But compared to the stock heigh not a ton of difference. I really wanted the Fox 2.5s but for over 4k decided the 2.0s would be good enough. The reason I didn't go with the bilstein Shock was My truck before was a 20 2500 Denali and was running it leveled with Bilstein 5160s and was not impressed. I didn't notice a difference from the factory ranchos. We run fox's on the wranglers we've had in the past and they are amazing. But as far as the At4 I would honestly say not worth the money unless you where needing to buy shocks anyways.

 

[Purple MF]

So I have a 22 Sierra 1500 limited AT4. I added the zone level kit and the rancho shocks when from ok to crap just like that. It road worst then a lumber wagon. So I went with the Fox 2.0 adjustable with eibach Springs. It made a hug difference over the leveled Ranchos. But compared to the stock heigh not a ton of difference. I really wanted the Fox 2.5s but for over 4k decided the 2.0s would be good enough. The reason I didn't go with the bilstein Shock was My truck before was a 20 2500 Denali and was running it leveled with Bilstein 5160s and was not impressed. I didn't notice a difference from the factory ranchos. We run fox's on the wranglers we've had in the past and they are amazing. But as far as the At4 I would honestly say not worth the money unless you where needing to buy shocks anyways.

Yup , Im right with you brother on your analysis. I even contacted Fox about my experience, how they are identical to the Rancho's and if there are any options I have. They mention I can contact the service department regarding a custom tune. I dont feel like putting more $$ into this or time but Ill see what they recommend.

 

[Purple MF]

I just put the Bilstein 5100's on the rear only...200 bucks, took about 15 minutes to put them on...4 bolts. It makes a difference in the area you're concerned about. I put them on because the rear end of the truck was jumping out and even felt dangerous on a certain stretch of bumps where it hit just the right resonance...5100s have solved 90% of this. You feel more of the road but the truck actually drives straight now over very bumpy stretches which is a bigger deal to me. And...if you don't like them, can always take them off in 15 minutes and put the old ones back on

Its seems like for the price and what you wanted to accomplish it worked out and it was worth it !

 

[Rkmi2006]

So I have a 22 Sierra 1500 limited AT4. I added the zone level kit and the rancho shocks when from ok to crap just like that. It road worst then a lumber wagon. So I went with the Fox 2.0 adjustable with eibach Springs. It made a hug difference over the leveled Ranchos. But compared to the stock heigh not a ton of difference. I really wanted the Fox 2.5s but for over 4k decided the 2.0s would be good enough. The reason I didn't go with the bilstein Shock was My truck before was a 20 2500 Denali and was running it leveled with Bilstein 5160s and was not impressed. I didn't notice a difference from the factory ranchos. We run fox's on the wranglers we've had in the past and they are amazing. But as far as the At4 I would honestly say not worth the money unless you where needing to buy shocks anyways.

 

[debo4x4]

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Just curious. Did you have the steering stops installed with your Zone kit? I just had the same kit put on my 23 AT4 3.0 stock wheels 295/60/20 Nitto Trail Grapplers and I rub on the front of the control arm at full lock. Dealer did not install the stops but I need to have them welded on to prevent the rubbing.

 

[Rkmi2006]

Just curious. Did you have the steering stops installed with your Zone kit? I just had the same kit put on my 23 AT4 3.0 stock wheels 295/60/20 Nitto Trail Grapplers and I rub on the front of the control arm at full lock. Dealer did not install the stops but I need to have them welded on to prevent the rubbing.

I didn't have to on mine. Im only running a 285/60/20 on a aftermarket wheel with a +20 offset. So I don't have any wheel rub. On my 2018 Sierra I did. So we welded a nut on each side. Basically doing what you're talking about. It worked great for that truck.

 

[Cabin4]

Elka 2.0??

 

[Barbersboy]

I just had the Fox 2.0 shocks installed a couple days ago, front and back to replace the Rancho's. I have 7000 miles on my truck. Paid 804$ for the shocks and $625 for the 5.2 hour install. I was looking to get a softer , floatier feel for normal everyday driving. I mostly do highway driving, and out here in NJ the city / side roads are complete shit , potholes, torn up gravel from snow plows and 18 wheelers.

I did some research on suspension upgrades for the 2022 GMC Sierra , the 2 most popular replacement upgrades in my price range are the Billstein 5100 and the Fox 2.0. After my research I went with Fox because of the mention of more of a floatier feeling suspension.

I watched multiple videos , read some articles, and the thing that jumps out at me NOW is how most of the time the reviewers in these articles/videos seem to have a tough time determining if there is a big difference after the upgrade. I understand why... There is no HUGE , dramatic difference.

Here's some of the aspects of the Fox shocks that I was hoping to get a big improvement - compared to what I actually feel:

CORNERING - Same
HARD BRAKING - Nose will dive down more
HANDLING - Same
ROUGH GRAVEL/ ROAD - 20% improved softer feeling
BIG POT HOLES - 20% improved softer feeling
SPEED BUMPS - 20% improvement
HOLY SH%T HOLES ( turning hitting kaboom potholes that make the back of the truck fly out ) 40% better
HIGHWAY BUMPS 70MPH - 20%

I did get a .5 inch lift in the front that is cool and I like.

So overall they are a slightly better feel , not a huge difference/upgrade like I was looking for.

As far as price/budget... If I was to do this over again I would've waited until I had more $$$ to spend to get what I was looking for. But I had a budget , and the 2 most recommended / mentioned shocks in this price range was Fox 2.0 and Billstein 5100 . For $1429 total I am not Impressed . Knowing what I know now I would've just waited for the Ranchos to be replaced and paid $1429 for a replacement job because I NEEDED it ... then I would've been happy. The money would've been worth spending. Not happy spending the $$ on an "upgrade" that I wanted and I really didn't get or need.

I know this is an older thread but I stumbled across it in my research for improved ride quality. I too have been looking at the 2.0s and your post may have talked me out of it. Now that you have had a few months on them is your opinion the same? I have a 23 AT4 and recently switched out the tires to a 10 ply which caused me to lose the soft cushy feel that I had from the factory and am looking just to smooth out the road now. Thanks.

 

[Purple MF]

I would not buy these ever again. I was looking to drastically change the rough ride into a soft cloud like suspension. These did not do the trick. Unfortunatley I am just a regular Joe Schmoe so I cannot even recommend anything else

 

[K03303]

I just had the Fox 2.0 shocks installed a couple days ago, front and back to replace the Rancho's. I have 7000 miles on my truck. Paid 804$ for the shocks and $625 for the 5.2 hour install. I was looking to get a softer , floatier feel for normal everyday driving. I mostly do highway driving, and out here in NJ the city / side roads are complete shit , potholes, torn up gravel from snow plows and 18 wheelers.

I did some research on suspension upgrades for the 2022 GMC Sierra , the 2 most popular replacement upgrades in my price range are the Billstein 5100 and the Fox 2.0. After my research I went with Fox because of the mention of more of a floatier feeling suspension.

I watched multiple videos , read some articles, and the thing that jumps out at me NOW is how most of the time the reviewers in these articles/videos seem to have a tough time determining if there is a big difference after the upgrade. I understand why... There is no HUGE , dramatic difference.

Here's some of the aspects of the Fox shocks that I was hoping to get a big improvement - compared to what I actually feel:

CORNERING - Same
HARD BRAKING - Nose will dive down more
HANDLING - Same
ROUGH GRAVEL/ ROAD - 20% improved softer feeling
BIG POT HOLES - 20% improved softer feeling
SPEED BUMPS - 20% improvement
HOLY SH%T HOLES ( turning hitting kaboom potholes that make the back of the truck fly out ) 40% better
HIGHWAY BUMPS 70MPH - 20%

I did get a .5 inch lift in the front that is cool and I like.

So overall they are a slightly better feel , not a huge difference/upgrade like I was looking for.

As far as price/budget... If I was to do this over again I would've waited until I had more $$$ to spend to get what I was looking for. But I had a budget , and the 2 most recommended / mentioned shocks in this price range was Fox 2.0 and Billstein 5100 . For $1429 total I am not Impressed . Knowing what I know now I would've just waited for the Ranchos to be replaced and paid $1429 for a replacement job because I NEEDED it ... then I would've been happy. The money would've been worth spending. Not happy spending the $$ on an "upgrade" that I wanted and I really didn't get or need.

Yeah it’s definitely hard to tell the difference unless you drive over railroad tracks. You will notice the ass end no longer kicks out.

If you opted for the reservoir shocks then you would notice a big improvement in everyday driving.

 

[Barbersboy]

Yeah it’s definitely hard to tell the difference unless you drive over railroad tracks. You will notice the ass end no longer kicks out.

If you opted for the reservoir shocks then you would notice a big improvement in everyday driving.

Really? I guess I always thought the reservoir style of shock was for off road improvements in handling etc.. Do you have these installed?

 

[K03303]

Really? I guess I always thought the reservoir style of shock was for off road improvements in handling etc.. Do you have these installed?

No not personally my truck only has 1000 miles on it however, a friend has a 22 AT4 with them and boy what a difference. The reservoirs help disperse heat which helps with rebound ultimately making the ride smoother.