grasshopper104
Adventurer
I'm looking to go w/ about 2" in my suspension lift and want to know what is better - OME or RTE?
OME or RTE Suspension
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cjmitchell5
Adventurer
I'm a bit biased. I've used OME kits on an 87 Range Rover, 95 Discovery, 99 TJ, I will be putting one on my 99 F250, and then I'll use OME shocks for my parabolics on my SIIa. The engineering and testing that goes into them is top notch. You'll get better performing and better riding suspension than stock while getting an increased load capacity and durability.
On the other hand, I've never heard anything bad about RTE, quite the contrary, guys seriously into rubicon/tellico terrain usually lean towards RTE. I think the OME stuff is more utility oriented whereas the RTE is more recreation oriented.
On the other hand, I've never heard anything bad about RTE, quite the contrary, guys seriously into rubicon/tellico terrain usually lean towards RTE. I think the OME stuff is more utility oriented whereas the RTE is more recreation oriented.
Andrew Walcker
Mod Emeritus
OME Positives: Configurable to be able to select medium or heavy duty springs depending on anticipated load of vehicle and supplies. With 2" of lift no problems (crossed fingers) with driveline angles. Great reputation and a work horse of a spring.
OME Cons: Not sure if progressive, IMHO, I like the feel of progressive springs. Only 2" of lift and depending on your prefered tire size may not be enough. Not known to droop that well.
Rovertym Positive: Also configurable, can choose spring rates for anticipated loads. Can obtain the spring in a 3" lift for larger tires if needed. Rovertym's next batch of springs will be redesigned with larger diameter steel and both front and rears will be progressive. Rovertym's springs droop like crazy!
Rovertym Cons: 3" of lift can cause driveline vibrations, be prepared to deal with this up front.
I don't think there is a wrong choice here and you should be very happy with whichever route you go.
OME Cons: Not sure if progressive, IMHO, I like the feel of progressive springs. Only 2" of lift and depending on your prefered tire size may not be enough. Not known to droop that well.
Rovertym Positive: Also configurable, can choose spring rates for anticipated loads. Can obtain the spring in a 3" lift for larger tires if needed. Rovertym's next batch of springs will be redesigned with larger diameter steel and both front and rears will be progressive. Rovertym's springs droop like crazy!
Rovertym Cons: 3" of lift can cause driveline vibrations, be prepared to deal with this up front.
I don't think there is a wrong choice here and you should be very happy with whichever route you go.
R_Lefebvre
Expedition Leader
My take:
OME is more for overlanding. They only lift 2", and the spring rates are higher which is good for load, bad for articulation.
RTE lift is higher, and the springs are softer. You'll get more sagging with load. Further, with a 3" lift, you'll need drivetrain lift, both because of drivetrain angles, and also because you likely put larger tires on, and those larger tires probably need upgraded axles, etc...
I went with the OME HD springs and shocks, with 31" tires. I don't have any driveline issues, and I'm not too worried about my axles. The truck can go over some (what I consider) crazy terrain without much trouble if you disconnect the swaybars. I was worried about the OME shocks, if only because I consider them "not a name brand". I'm a big Bilstein fan. But, so far I really like the ride on these. Don't know about the durability yet.
OME is more for overlanding. They only lift 2", and the spring rates are higher which is good for load, bad for articulation.
RTE lift is higher, and the springs are softer. You'll get more sagging with load. Further, with a 3" lift, you'll need drivetrain lift, both because of drivetrain angles, and also because you likely put larger tires on, and those larger tires probably need upgraded axles, etc...
I went with the OME HD springs and shocks, with 31" tires. I don't have any driveline issues, and I'm not too worried about my axles. The truck can go over some (what I consider) crazy terrain without much trouble if you disconnect the swaybars. I was worried about the OME shocks, if only because I consider them "not a name brand". I'm a big Bilstein fan. But, so far I really like the ride on these. Don't know about the durability yet.
MattScott
Approved Vendor
Let's not forget RTE and OME, work together quite well. RTE springs give you more lift, known fact, lift doesn't make a vehicle. OME is more of a "factory" lift. I believe they even have longer driver side springs to compensate for the weight of the driver, therefore it doesn't fix the rover lean.
Either way, OME shocks should be fitted in my opinion, they're hard to beat.
I wen't with the RTE springs and OME shocks just this June, they're performed great, they carry alot of cargo, and still flex great.
Either way, OME shocks should be fitted in my opinion, they're hard to beat.
I wen't with the RTE springs and OME shocks just this June, they're performed great, they carry alot of cargo, and still flex great.
FortyMileDesert
Adventurer
I put RTE 2" springs on the rear of my rig and then moved the original equipment rear springs to the front. That gave me about a 2 1/2" level lift at both ends. I have stuck with the original shocks.
For northern Nevada terrain this has worked out very well. BTW: after about four years and 75,000 miles there has been absolutely no sag. Also, keeping the original shocks I haven't had to modify the front crossmember and the rotoflex rear and the greseable front shafts are keeping just fine.
For northern Nevada terrain this has worked out very well. BTW: after about four years and 75,000 miles there has been absolutely no sag. Also, keeping the original shocks I haven't had to modify the front crossmember and the rotoflex rear and the greseable front shafts are keeping just fine.
MattScott
Approved Vendor
FortyMileDesert said:I put RTE 2" springs on the rear of my rig and then moved the original equipment rear springs to the front. That gave me about a 2 1/2" level lift at both ends. I have stuck with the original shocks.
For northern Nevada terrain this has worked out very well. BTW: after about four years and 75,000 miles there has been absolutely no sag. Also, keeping the original shocks I haven't had to modify the front crossmember and the rotoflex rear and the greseable front shafts are keeping just fine.
I think you have things mixed up, when you modify springs, that changes your height. Shocks don't change ride height, and they wont change your geometry for shafts. With a 2" you shouldnt have to worry about that anyway.
grasshopper104
Adventurer
Sounds like either one I choose - I'll be happy.
sinuhexavier
Explorer
I've had both and ended up going with the OME simply because of weight. Not the weight of the springs but the amount of weight that I carry. The rovertyms just couldn't hold up to the ridonkulous loads I carry.
FlexyDisco
New member
I have 3 inch rovertym springs with med. duty in the rear (with a 1 inch spacer to lever things out when i have all my gear in the back.) and OME long travel shocks, It rides like a dream off road!!! Would not change a thing!
Bob
Bob