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Old May 5, 2011 | 01:06 PM
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Changing Shocks?

So imma change my shocks today, is there anything i need to do or consider, or is it pretty straight foward??
 
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Old May 5, 2011 | 01:27 PM
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Its straight forward just make sure you put them back on rite side up.
 
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Old May 5, 2011 | 01:50 PM
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What type of shocks do you have/recommend?
 
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Old May 5, 2011 | 02:51 PM
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What do you mean rite side up? I'll just match them to the ones that are on here now...

I just went with the rough countrys from Lift Kits, Leveling Kits, and Shock Absorbers - Suspension System Specialists! - Top Gun Customz
 
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Old May 5, 2011 | 07:05 PM
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I believe 99hunter means some shocks the boot may go down, like our Bilstiens, at least thats what the directions said on mine but you'll be fine.
 
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Old May 5, 2011 | 07:11 PM
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Thanks install went well just a pain with dirt all in my face from muddin
 
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Old May 5, 2011 | 07:12 PM
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Glad to hear, happy less bumpy motoring.......
 
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Old May 5, 2011 | 07:25 PM
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Thanks, I got the nitro option in the shocks, so we will see how that goes
 
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Old May 5, 2011 | 07:34 PM
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Old May 5, 2011 | 07:38 PM
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I just changed my shocks today as well. 01 F350 4 door. Went with the Bilstein Heavy Duty Truck Shocks.

Man are these things awesome!!! My ride is so much better.

The whole boot mounting upside down on the Bilsteins threw me off a little bit at first. An impact gun makes this job a whole lot better!

Dennis
 
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Old May 5, 2011 | 07:44 PM
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Yes, yes it does.. If it were not for the impact I would still be there
 
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