??? on shocks
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??? on shocks
how long do the stock shocks normally last on the 3/4T ford trucks,what are the signs they are going out? also when it is time to replace them what are you guys replacing with
04 XLT F-250 6.0/TORQUSHIFT SUPERDUTY 26,000 miles
04 XLT F-250 6.0/TORQUSHIFT SUPERDUTY 26,000 miles
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Depending on your ride I would go either Bilsteins or Dirt Logics...I have an 06 6.0 F250 6" Lift, 37 inch tires (20 inch rims). I blew threw two sets of shocks in less then 8000 miles. The dealer did the lift everything as I bought it as stated off the lot with 2 miles on it. I opted for the Fabtech Dirt Logic 2.25's and I love them, even better then my Bilsteins on the Duramax that I had. Stock truck though I would definitely go Bilsteins.
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Paul---your stock shocks were toast when they rolled off the transporter--LOL. Yes--definitely time for some Bilsteins. You won't believe the ride difference and how much better vehicle control is. Unbelieveable.
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Originally Posted by paul horvath
how long do the stock shocks normally last on the 3/4T ford trucks,what are the signs they are going out? also when it is time to replace them what are you guys replacing with
04 XLT F-250 6.0/TORQUSHIFT SUPERDUTY 26,000 miles
04 XLT F-250 6.0/TORQUSHIFT SUPERDUTY 26,000 miles
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Originally Posted by npccpartsman
Paul---your stock shocks were toast when they rolled off the transporter--LOL. Yes--definitely time for some Bilsteins. You won't believe the ride difference and how much better vehicle control is. Unbelieveable.
PS Hope you sell Bilsteins, or are you just a shock **** too?
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I'm at 33k miles on my 05 and have been noticing the ride is too harsh for my 6 week old baby. I guess it's time for some Bilsteins. I did put them on the old 97 PSD and I didn't notice much of a difference, but hopefully these will work better on the 05! Just another question, how many miles should these Bilsteins last under normal highway use?
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LOL--nope--I don't think we sell shocks. eshocks.com is a good source as is autozone. Bilsteins are warrantied for life of the vehicle.
Like my new "nick"? That's for my staunch belief in the stock air cleaner!!!
Like my new "nick"? That's for my staunch belief in the stock air cleaner!!!
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Originally Posted by npccpartsman
LOL--nope--I don't think we sell shocks. eshocks.com is a good source as is autozone. Bilsteins are warrantied for life of the vehicle.
Like my new "nick"? That's for my staunch belief in the stock air cleaner!!!
Like my new "nick"? That's for my staunch belief in the stock air cleaner!!!
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I think it all depends on what you are using your truck for and how you drive it. I just replaced the shocks on my F250XT 4x4 with a set of Monroe gas shocks and am very happy with them. Since the majority of my driving is on highway I found no need to spend the much higher dollars for a set of Bilsteins when the Monroes come with a lifetime warranty at about 1/3rd. the cost.....Dan Thome (Trap2)
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Originally Posted by dc3655
I'm at 33k miles on my 05 and have been noticing the ride is too harsh for my 6 week old baby. I guess it's time for some Bilsteins. I did put them on the old 97 PSD and I didn't notice much of a difference, but hopefully these will work better on the 05! Just another question, how many miles should these Bilsteins last under normal highway use?
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