Crawled under my Ex to find this:

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Do I need to go OEM or can I just replace with this:

Amazon.com: Energy Suspension 9.9155R Rear Axle Bump Stop Set: Automotive

Thanks!

 

Looks like there are cheaper one too. I like aftermarket parts myself.

 

You don't need to replace those at all, they aren't the frame bump stops.

That bottom spring was Fords lousy attempt at reducing axle wrap.

Save your money, or waste it, your choice, but they aren't needed.

Stewart

 

My 02 Ex has damaged or missing bump stops too. Tagging this thread to hear thoughts!

 

those energy suspension bump stops are for above the spring.

 

If you do replace them just throw some cheap ones in there since they don't do much anyway.

 

Go with the Energy Suspension. Better quality and less expensive. I have done this.

 

You've done this? You spent money to replace the rubber snubber on the bottom anti-wrap leaf spring like the OP is asking about?



Or have you replaced the frame mounted bump stops that keep the springs from bottoming out on the frame?

Stewart

 

I think that snubber it just there to prevent any clacking noise when the spring wraps up but I could live with that.

 

Exactly, that's why I posted for the OP to save his money. Plus, there's still enough there to keep the clacking from clacking!

I thought for sure you'd be in complete agreement with me on this one, Brent.

Stewart