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Need to replace my factory steering stabilizer and wondered which brand is recommended. Are aftermarkets (Rancho, Skyjacker etc.) worth the extra money or are OEM good enough. My Ex is a 2004, V8, 4x4.
Thanks
i dont remember the part #. I thought the kit would be the same for all 99-04 super duty trucks.
Reason: firms up the steering and helps offroading when you bump a rock or something. dosent jerk the wheel as hard as with a stock stabilizer. Seems like there is a bit less play in the steering wheel on the blacktop too.
I installed a fabtech dual on mine after the spring/shock/tire upgrade. My stock one was completely shot so it did make a big difference, no more wheel ripped from your hand when you go over rough potholes.
I went with the one that installs with the factory mount, just drill one hole - quick and easy. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-05...4506.m20.l1116
mine took one hole in the top of the mounting bracket to attach the extension on. not a big deal, you set the extension in place, mark the hole and then drill.
I added the single rancho when I replaced the rest of the shocks. I do off road some and now wish that I went with the dual. The single still has some movement when you hit rocks and ruts while off roading. The single is fine for all other driving that I do and is good up to the 35" tires.
So if you want larger tires or off road get the dual kit.