OEM Steering Stabilizer Replacement
Thread Starter
|
More Turbo
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 565
Likes: 1
From: Middletown,NJ
OEM Steering Stabilizer Replacement
Wanted to get some suggestions on the best OEM stabilizer replacement. I have an 08 f250 psd 4x4 and just want to upgrade the stock unit. I'm running the stock tires and don't plan on going much larger on tires and primarily use the truck for highway use.
I've seen many dual kits and single kits that don't use the stock mounting, so wanted to get some feedback on what others are using and where they've purchased.
Thanks.
I've seen many dual kits and single kits that don't use the stock mounting, so wanted to get some feedback on what others are using and where they've purchased.
Thanks.
Elder User
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 914
Likes: 1
From: Saskatoon, SK, CA
I went with the Rough Country stabilizer. It was reasonably priced and mounts in the stock location. It's a much beefier unit and made a world of difference over the worn out OEM stabilizer that was on the truck since new. I changed out the OEM stabilizer at about 56,000 miles and I could move it in and out easily by hand. If Bilstein made an OE replacement for our trucks, I'd have bought that.
Senior User
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 135
Likes: 0
i have the fox steering damper.
very high build quality, but it comes charged w/ nitrogen at 200 lbs.
you prob will have to drop that down some (i set mine at 50 and that works perfect).
very high build quality, but it comes charged w/ nitrogen at 200 lbs.
you prob will have to drop that down some (i set mine at 50 and that works perfect).
Trending Topics
Lead Driver
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 7,092
Likes: 145
From: San Diego, CA
I replaced mine with a Pro Comp (stock bracket). I'm running stock 265s so I don't need anything too beefy. I spent about 30 bucks and it works great. I off-road so I'll eventually misjudge my clearance and end up banging it again. And when it gets beat up enough, I'll spend another 30 bucks for another one.
Just my .02
Just my .02
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026
Brett Foote
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time
Joe Kucinski
Ford Super Duty: 5 Things Owners LOVE, 5 Things They LOATHE!
Joe Kucinski
Every 2026 Ford Truck Engine RANKED from WORST to FIRST!
Michael S. Palmer
The Best F-150 Deal of Every Trim Level (XL through Raptor)
Joe Kucinski
Thread Starter
|
More Turbo
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 565
Likes: 1
From: Middletown,NJ
Thanks guys...not sure if the 08 has the same mounting as prior years. Mine doesn't sit parallel to the axel. It's tucked up on an angle attaching to the upper steering linkage??? I think this is the reason why i'm not finding many oem replacement ones. any thoughts??
Lead Driver
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 8,180
Likes: 669
From: Scio, OR
I see two at shock warehouse. A Monroe and the Rancho. Note that while the photo on the Rancho page shows the dual setup, that item is NOT the dual setup. With stock suspension and tires, you probably don't need a dual setup anyway.
http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/p...ing-Stabilizer
http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/p...ing-Stabilizer
http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/p...ing-Stabilizer
http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/p...ing-Stabilizer
Senior User
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 262
Likes: 0
From: 100 Mile House, BC Canada
Yes, but you don't need one that sits in the same location as the stocker, you can leave it there or throw it out. As far as I know all the dual stabalizers run parallel with the axle and will work well with your truck
Posting Guru
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 1,990
Likes: 1
From: Middleburg, FL
I just installed the Icon dual bracket and bilstein 5100s. World of difference and an extremely easy install. I was starting to get a lot of feedback through my steering wheel and the steering wheel never returned to center on it's own. I always had to turn it back to center. With the dual Bilstein setup, I'm getting no feedback through my steering wheel and the steering wheel easily returns to center. I can't believe I waited this long to upgrade. Night and day difference.
Postmaster
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 3,924
Likes: 6
From: Richmond BC
dont bother with going to dual if ur sticknig to stock sized tires..
it would be overkill..
a single aftermarket (quality unit) will calm down tires up to about 35"s.. after that large u should look into duals..
it would be overkill..
a single aftermarket (quality unit) will calm down tires up to about 35"s.. after that large u should look into duals..
Mountain Pass
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 103
Likes: 11
From: Billings, MT
I bent my stock unit about 4 years ago when I dropped a wheel in a small irrigation ditch. Took it off and never noticed a difference. Drives like any other truck I've ever had. I have 285/75's.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post