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Old Dec 19, 2006 | 09:17 PM
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Autospring/shocks?

I bought a 2.5" autospring kit for my 06 F150. I'm considering new shocks since I'm going to have the suspension apart during the install. Can I use direct replacements or do I need longer shocks for the front. I've read that I don't but I want to be sure. Any suggestions on which shocks to buy? Thanks
 
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why change the shocks? I'd keep the same length as stock anyways. from what i've read, the Autospring kit doesn't change the shocks lenght
 
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Old Dec 20, 2006 | 06:40 AM
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The Autospring kit is just a spacer that sits on top of the existing strut. There is no need to replace the strut because you are essentially moving the location of it. HTH.

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Since you'll have it out it's a good time to upgrade to a Bilstein, KYB or any other high quality shock. I may go KYB since I've had good experience with them in the past. My stock shocks are already getting mushy at 19k miles.
 
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