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Old Jun 13, 2008 | 04:47 PM
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New shocks?

I am about to put in new shackles for my front leaf springs, and new Energy Suspension bushings. I think I also should have added new shocks, but don`t know which ones are the best. The F250 has stock height. Anybody who know what I should buy?

One more thing: I am also going to put in new axle pivot bushings. How tough is this job?

Anyhow, I don`t have much time for my pick-up right now. I am building a garage these days. So I have a place to upgrade the truck during the winter.
A have a little plan on throwing out the E4OD and put in a ZF5. ( already have a parts truck!) Think I will put in a LUK clutch and single mass flywheel at the same time. And for christmas I will tell my wife that I could need a detroit locker... !
 
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Old Jun 13, 2008 | 05:03 PM
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I liked the OEM shocks for the ride...... but Munroe or any other well known manufacturer should be able to sell you OEM quality....... I hate a hard ride.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2008 | 06:19 PM
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One more thing: I am also going to put in new axle pivot bushings. How tough is this job?
It's not bad. Jack the truck up by the frame. Take the pressure off of the suspension. That makes it easier and safer.
 
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Old Jun 14, 2008 | 11:16 PM
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I used to run Monroe LT Gasmatics.

Right now I have a set of Rancho 5000 shocks which I hate, they did not have the Monroe shocks in stock when I replaced them.
I really wish I had waited for them to come in.

The next shocks will be Gasmatic's again.
 
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