Big Bores arrived, I have some questions

[Spillproof]

They came with progressive springs. Are they better on the pede then the linear stock ones?

I assume the oil that came with them is 30w, like the stock ultras. Is installing them in the same position as the stock recommended, or should I change the position.

[Spillproof]

progressives sucked, way under sprung. Put the stock linears on, and the big bore shocks are a smaller diameter then the ultra's, so they don't fit right.

I really hope they are worth the hassle.

[mark c]

You might search the pede 2x4 forum. Hate to tell you some guys say they're not an "upgrade" at all because of the smaller diameter and I think something about the o rings? Like smaller holes in them or something. I have some of them because I kept blowing up my stockers. Personally I didn't notice any big difference. They still do their job. But come to think of it they're on my 2x4s; lighter vehicles for sure.
Check BaldyDaniels "this may come as a SHOCK to some of you" thread on the 2x4 forum. It has some useful info he's a pretty knowledgeable dude.

[Slaughter33]

They are essentially the same shock do use the same position and switch to 50-60 weight oil. If you have springs from stock shocks use those.

[Spillproof]

I bought them for toughness. The ultras worked great for me, but I tend to go full stupid and break things. When I break something, I want to make it so it doesn't break again, because cutting my bash time short makes me

[mark c]

Well they are tough for sure. I have yet to even blow a cap on the ones I use. I wrapped the threads with 1 or 2 passes of 1/4 inch teflon tape and I have jumped my 1:1 truck with the p2de they're on and not lost a cap. Definitely durable.