Hey y'all, I was wondering if anyone knows any disadvantages of running Edelbrock IAS shocks offroad. I know they're mounted upside-down. (boot side down) Does this affect durability of the shocks against under carriage scrapes, like from sticks or small rocks? I heard fade resistance of these shocks are great because of the huge piston and monotube design.  I've also heard from some people that IAS shocks feel firmer than stock most of the time, while in a 4wheel & Offroad issue I heard they run soft most of the time. Has anyone felt IAS shock's ride in a half-ton truck?  

I run 'em, and I like 'em.  I have them on a TJ with a RE long arm kit.   I have run many different shocks on the Jeep and they are the best.  The jeep handles better (less body roll) than any of the others.  There is a IAS valve in it that also make it ride better than the others I have tried.  I think the IAS valve is what makes it soft too.

I like the rod down aspect as it keeps the shock body away from rocks, etc.  Also I no longer have problems with the shock rubbing the rear axle tube.

those shocks suck buy some kings or use the ias on your P.O.S   

Hey BeatTJ! I was wondering if you thought the IAS shocks might be softer or smoother under certain circumstances, like over big bumps or deep potholes, than ordinary stock shocks???