Shocks anyone!
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Shocks anyone!
FYI
WOW what a difference. I replaced the original Delco shocks [80,000 miles] last weekend. Have never used KYB Monomax but will recommend them highly.
I pull a pop up tent trailer when we go camping. Not only did the truck stick to the road soooo much better, the trailer also seemed to track better and smoother.
Overall handling, wallowing, and nose diving has been reduced/improved. If you have handeling issues and have older shocks, start there first. I also noticed my sway bar bushings are fatigued. I will replace these next with poly bushings.
WOW what a difference. I replaced the original Delco shocks [80,000 miles] last weekend. Have never used KYB Monomax but will recommend them highly.
I pull a pop up tent trailer when we go camping. Not only did the truck stick to the road soooo much better, the trailer also seemed to track better and smoother.
Overall handling, wallowing, and nose diving has been reduced/improved. If you have handeling issues and have older shocks, start there first. I also noticed my sway bar bushings are fatigued. I will replace these next with poly bushings.
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Hi
How have these held up over the past few months.
I am going to replace mine after the new year because my 98 EB bounces around something chronic, I was wondering about Bilsteins though as one of the local auto shops has a deal on at the mo, buy one get the 2nd 1/2 price.
How have these held up over the past few months.
I am going to replace mine after the new year because my 98 EB bounces around something chronic, I was wondering about Bilsteins though as one of the local auto shops has a deal on at the mo, buy one get the 2nd 1/2 price.
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I am considering Bilstein shocks for front and rear. but my expedition has air suspension. do you know if there are any problems installing shocks with existing air ride? I know that Rancho doesnt make rear shocks for 2wd with Air Ride.
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Originally Posted by saltzy
Quick question--Off topic. I've got 4 Bilsteins waiting for me to put them on. How difficult (in relative terms) was this job?
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I agree with Darth. Install was fairly straight forward and easy. Long extensions help alot.
Hey Big Craig; I don't know why I typed in Delco, there's no way that name would be on a Ford!
Merry Christmas!
Hey Big Craig; I don't know why I typed in Delco, there's no way that name would be on a Ford!
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I agree with the install posts. It isn't terribly difficult so long as your not opposed to getting your hands dirty. I did my fronts in a few hours in the dark. Couldn't wait to get them on. And the rears in an hour or so with the help of a mechanic friend of mine with air tools. Aligning the rears up for installation was tough. I did remove the rear tires and jack up my truck. Made for a little easier access. Enjoy!
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