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iTrader: (1)

Yep...

bhall1222

Only the fx4 has the different shocks, not your normal 4x4s (all other trim levels). Therefore only the fx4 will ride a little stiffer, which is what I was trying to determine in the first place. I've been in plenty of 4x4s and its a noticeable difference. Thank you again [MENTION=189182]ExpresswayFord[/MENTION] for being helpful, as for you [MENTION=13845]techrep[/MENTION], people like you are the reason others stray away from forums.

bhall1222

Do you have experience with them? Curious how even the softest setting compares to a stock shock?

bhall1222

Let me know how the fox work for you. Looking forward to your review.

techrep

iTrader: (1)

if you knew this then why did you ask ... and WTF do you mean people like me..I answered your question... Gezzz...people like me...

ExpresswayFord

Actually, not true. There are several different shocks available for F150. I'm getting 11 different part numbers depending on payload, wheelbase etc. 4x2, 4x4, and FX4 are all different part numbers. So 2wd and 4wd are not the same shocks either.

There's 5 different leaf spring part numbers also, so that will also make a difference on your ride. A 4x4 might have a heavier leaf spring too.

soaringfalcon

iTrader: (1)

Correct the Leaf Spring will depend on wheel base, Engine, drive train, Bed size, Cab type, payload rating, etc. Same goes for the shocks and the front coilover.

An XL with standard Cab and 8' bed will have different suspension than an XLT with a SCREW and 6.5' bed, that in turn will have different suspension than an XLT SCAB with a 8' bed, etc. Ford states that there are thousands of combinations.

Even an FX4 will have different leafs, shocks and coilovers depending on the Engine, cab type, bed size and payload rating.

This is the main reason why User A loves the Blistein, Fox, etc. and User B thinks they are crap. Those aftermarket parts are one size (or two) fits all.
So while they work great on Truck A, they will probably be crap on truck B.

Just my two cents.

RES4CUE

Well the aftermarket dampers have a wider range of damping compared to stick. Also build quality plays a huge roll.

Then you get into various damping methods companies use and it can get technical.

Your post is a good Segway into this as people confuse ride quality. The shocks control the compression and rebound of the suspension hence why they are referred to as dampers. I put bilsteins on front and rear. It cured the *** end hopping all over and chattering. I just think the stock dampers are either too stiff or to soft and it can't keep up with the successive movement so has to give.

I would stay away from Rancho unless you're dropping coin for the in cab adjuster. Are you really going to crawl under truck to adjust every time you want it changed?

bhall1222

Thanks [MENTION=34347]RES4CUE[/MENTION]. Will have to decide which one to try, Bilstein or Rancho. I don't mind paying for the Rancho one bit if it's worth it. Just want to get rid of the jittery bed vibes.

I'm running e rated terra grapplers 275/65r20. Based on that, any reason Bilstein over Rancho or vis versa?

RES4CUE

I run E rated 275/70 r18 on mine with bilsteins. It did everything I wanted them to do. It got rid of the rear end hop and made the ride more sporty and not floaty like a 70's caddy with blown out shocks. lol

The ranchos are nice but I would pop for the in cab adjustment which adds another couple hundred on top of the shocks.

I like the bilsteins and have had them on for over two years and there have been no problems. Mine is a Scab STX.