Notices
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks 1987 - 1996 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350 and larger pickups - including the 1997 heavy-duty F250/F350+ trucks

new shocks?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jul 19, 2004 | 12:00 PM
  #1  
bluevelvet's Avatar
bluevelvet
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 1
Likes: 0
new shocks?

I have a nice 1990 f-250 super cab, long bed that try to keep in tip top shape. It has been a while since I have put new shock absorbers on. I would like to stiffen up the ride. Does anyone have a brand of heavy duty shocks that they could recommend?
Also is there anything to do to stiffen up the springs other than putting in new ones? Thanks
 
Reply
Old Jul 19, 2004 | 01:06 PM
  #2  
miked79928's Avatar
miked79928
Mountain Pass
20 Year Member
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 201
Likes: 1
From: El Paso, TX
I have heard that Rancho makes a good heavy duty shock. I have never tried them though.
 
Reply
Old Jul 19, 2004 | 07:56 PM
  #3  
SoCalDesertRider's Avatar
SoCalDesertRider
Postmaster
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 3,959
Likes: 9
From: USA
Yep, Rancho does make a good shock and it will most likely stiffen up the ride some. I put Rancho 9000X's on the rear and Bilsteins on the front of my F350 and am very happy with both of them.

On the springs, they can be re-arched if they are sagging, or you can put an add-a-leaf under them to lift them up a bit.
 
Reply




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:43 AM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE