Do F150s use the same springs as E150 vans during those years?

Any member replace these springs by himself/herself before?

 

No---they're not interchangeable.

This can be a DIY task IF you're equipped tool-wise to do so. Spring shops use torches to cut off old attachment parts and install new because its faster and the better way. Doing this by yourself without tools and equipment would be a monumental task and perhaps a bit unsafe too.

These types of jobs are better left to those doing it every day.

 

All my friends know the low rider / The low rider is a little higher / The low rider drives a little slower

 

How much will be the average labor cost to replace the rear springs and shocks?

 

Are you supplying the parts?

 

Yes, I plan to do so. Rear shocks and springs and other accessories to go with them.

I appreciate any advise in part list.

Thanks.

Kin

 

I've been quoted 400 - 500. That's supplying my parts and doesn't include an alignment.

It's not a difficult job, depending on your skill set. If you've never replaced springs before, you should have someone do the work for you.

 

I'd keep shopping around, that's a lot of money if it's just for the rear.

 

This price is for front and rear. Remove and replace 4 shocks, 2 coil springs, 2 leaf springs.

 

The job isn't all that hard to do if you are trying to do it yourself. We usually sell an entire kit to our customers, that way they have everything they need when they are ripping the job apart. The last thing you want to happen is have everything apart and find out you need a new bolt because the one is seized.

If you do it yourself just be safe.

 

What kind of tools and skills needed to do this job? I have a full set of regular and impact sockets, torque wrenches from 20 ft lbs to 150 ft lbs, power and air tools. 2 3-ton floor jacks and jack stands. I have been maintaining all my vehicles, brake jobs, cv axle swaps extra.

Of course, I might still get a shop to do it if I deem it too dangerous. At least I just want to know about the process and parts needed to replace them so that I don't get ripped off by the shop.

Thanks.

Kin

 

The key to safely DIY of these springs is making sure and triple checking how the van chassis/body is supported while you're working underneath. Naturally a flat level concrete surface is imperative for safety too.

Jack stands need to be no less than 3 tons each, my own preference being the 5 ton each type. Keep in mind your very life is dependent on these, never lose sight of that fact. If you have this type you're good:
This job isn't all that mind bending complicated but it is "labor intensive" the emphasis on "labor", as in hard damn work. Your tool set sounds suitable but like Junior at ATS says make sure you've got every part needed or anticipated unless you can leave the van disassembled for a few days.

For me $400-500 for this sort of work hired out is cheap and the ultimate in safety. I've had similar work done, waited for 2-3 hours while it was done and drove onward to work after completed. That's just me, more money than time to spend waiting, YMMV.