Dear God Hellwig
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Dec 2005
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Here is how one member used up some of the extra washers.
And he drilled new holes so that his sway bar was more level, here is his thread if you want to check it out.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...e-maybe-2.html
Tim M
And he drilled new holes so that his sway bar was more level, here is his thread if you want to check it out.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...e-maybe-2.html
Tim M
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Joined: Mar 2004
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Looks like you are all set but here is a link to an album I created with pics from my install.
2003 Ford Excursion 4x4 - Hellwig rear anti sway bar ins
2003 Ford Excursion 4x4 - Hellwig rear anti sway bar ins
Lead Driver
Joined: Nov 2012
Posts: 8,303
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From: Salem, VA
My favorite quotes from the hellwig site:
Average Install Time: 1 to 2 hours
Fast, Easy "Bolt-On" installation
Includes all required mounting hardware
Also, on a completely stock v8 2wd how much difference should this make?
Average Install Time: 1 to 2 hours
Fast, Easy "Bolt-On" installation
Includes all required mounting hardware
Also, on a completely stock v8 2wd how much difference should this make?
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 1,252
Likes: 120
Looks like you are all set but here is a link to an album I created with pics from my install.
2003 Ford Excursion 4x4 - Hellwig rear anti sway bar ins
2003 Ford Excursion 4x4 - Hellwig rear anti sway bar ins
TimM
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Joined: Jan 2011
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From: Ohio
All installed. Thanks so much sammie I wish I had posted when I first started to get annoyed I ended taking everything apart again and putting the parts where they seemed like they should go. I still have 4 nuts and 2 washers, but I'll call them extra parts.
This is what it looks like now.
This is what it looks like now.
Every "how to" I've ever seen on here always starts with "after I threw away the horrible instructions, it went well."
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Joined: Jan 2008
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From: Georgia
Now, with it installed, go out down the road around 45 mph or so and do a 'panic stop' and watch how the truck reacts. Her rear will stay down and very level, much more controllable. The best results are in the ones you have to do in a curve(I don't promote practicing that type). The rear will stay under the truck keeping more weight on the rear tires. Very much worth the money!
). The rear will stay under the truck keeping more weight on the rear tires. Very much worth the money!
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Laughing Gas
Joined: Sep 2012
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From: Ontario, Canada
I'm glad I installed it, I'm just shocked at how confusing the instructions were. one ot two simple diagrams would clear it up making it a breeze to install. I spent most of my time installing and then uninstalling repeatedly thinking I had made mistakes. The simple fix for this is to make all the washers the same, this thick/thin is nuts and the ID difference of .032 is insignificant.
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Joined: Nov 2012
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Love how everyone helps on this site! Here is a dumb question from me again. If I do not tow what advantage or improvement does the hellwig give the X?
I am about to put a suspension lift on my X and keep reading here about the hellwig. Thanks
Mike
I am about to put a suspension lift on my X and keep reading here about the hellwig. Thanks
Mike
Cargo Master
Joined: Jul 2009
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From: Chino, California
It improves handling on curves. Reduces body roll on turns.
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Joined: Mar 2004
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I think mine is an older version. I did mine a long time ago. If I had to guess I'd say it was 2005 ish.