Ford Diesel Forum / Powerstroke Forum Ford Diesel Forum / Powerstroke Forum
   
Go Back   Diesel Forum - The Diesel Stop.com > Ford Diesels > Towing and Hauling
Register Home Forum Active Topics Gallery Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read

Towing and Hauling Towing and hauling with Ford diesel trucks and vans.

       
Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 06-15-2006, 12:26 PM   #1 (permalink)
Member
 
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Delaware
Posts: 73
iTrader: (0)
My Photos: (0)
F-250 Shocks for Towing 5'er

For front and rear shocks is there a brand that is preferred or works better for towing a Fith Wheel?
__________________
FOR SALE: 1999 F250 Supercab Longbed Lariat 7.3L 6 Spd, 4 x 4, 195K, AFE Stage II Intake, 4" Turbo back Exhaust
2007 Chevy Silverado 3500 Crew Cab SRW Duramax Allison 6
2006 KZ Durango 325BH, Fifth Wheel
1999 Honda Odyssey EX
1999 Honda CRV EX
2000 Suzuki DRZ 400
2000 Honda XR 50
padenski is offline  
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Sponsored Links
Advertisement
 
Old 06-15-2006, 04:48 PM   #2 (permalink)
Lifetime Supporting Member
 
SmokeyWren's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 1999
Location: Midland County,TX, USA
Posts: 31,229
iTrader: (0)
My Photos: (33)
Re: F-250 Shocks for Towing 5'er

I replaced my stockers with Monroe Gas Magnum. Worked great. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/warmsmile.gif[/img]

The Gas Magnums were still going strong when I fell for the hype about the wonderful Bilstein shocks. So I replaced the Gas Magnums with the Bilsteins. No noticeable difference. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif[/img]

So if you want a the most bang for the buck, install Monroe Gas Magnums. But if you want braggin' rights for having expensive shocks, then pay extra for the Bilsteins. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img]
__________________
My Sierra Blanca is a '99.5 PSD CrewCab hot-rod Towing Machine! BTS tranny; TurboRamAir intake and 4" stainless turbo-back exhaust; DP-Tuner tunes flashed into an Edge Evolution tuner; ISSPRO EV gauges and TTM; AIC; SP-Diesel exhaust brake and torque converter controller. I special-ordered it new and plan to drive it until it quits.
SmokeyWren is online now  
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Old 06-15-2006, 05:42 PM   #3 (permalink)
RDG
Lifetime Supporting Member
 
RDG's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 1999
Location: St. Joseph, MI.
Posts: 1,550
iTrader: (0)
My Photos: (15)
Re: F-250 Shocks for Towing 5'er

I went with the Monroe reflex shocks. Nice ride [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggrin.gif[/img]
Bob
__________________
Retired: UAW 383 12.01.03 after 32 years at BENDIX, Allied, AlliedSignal, BOSCH, St Joseph MI Plant
99.5 F-250 CC SRW: Automatic, 3:73 Gears, Tymar Intake, SpeedLiner Bed Coating, Timbren Rubber Springs, Hayden Trans Cooler, Perma Cool Trans Filter, Sonnax Valve & Tricumulator Springs, Reese 15,000lb 5th Wheel Hitch, Tekonsha Prodigy Trailer Brake Controller, Handy Flow Thru T-gate, AFE 4" Exhaust, Warn Hubs, SP Diesel EB, GOS Headlight Harness, Smoked Headlights & Corners with Sylvania Silverstar ULTRA SU bulbs, 08 Sterling Alum Diff Cover, Delphi XM Radio, TomTom One XL-S GPS with ProClip mount
DIESELSITE Stuff: Super Chip 1705 Programmer, AutoMeter Lunar Gauges In Under The Cubby Hole Mount, AC Control Valve, AIH Plug, Coolant filter, Wicked Wheel, BilletTstat Housing, 203 degree Tstat & HX cross over hose..
RDG is offline  
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Old 06-15-2006, 10:44 PM   #4 (permalink)
Senior Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: NV
Posts: 229
iTrader: (0)
My Photos: (0)
Re: F-250 Shocks for Towing 5'er

Put a set of Firestone Ride Rite airbags on the rear while you're at it.
__________________
05 F-350, PSD, 4x4, Crew Cab,6-Speed
2" Front Level Kit, Pro Comp ES9000 Shocks
Firestone Model 2400 Airbags (horrid engineering)
Tow 30' Toyhauler
*-Friends don't let Friends run Crap-lisle Trailer Tires
Rich807 is offline  
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Old 06-16-2006, 08:26 AM   #5 (permalink)
Senior Member
 
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Port St. Lucie, Florida
Posts: 2,454
iTrader: (0)
My Photos: (0)
Re: F-250 Shocks for Towing 5'er

[ QUOTE ]
I went with the Monroe reflex shocks. Nice ride [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggrin.gif[/img]
Bob

[/ QUOTE ]

I also installed the Reflex on my '02 F250 and was very happy with them
__________________
07HEMI4ME

Purchased a 2007 Dodge, ThunderRoad Edition, QC, 4x4, 5.7L HEMI on 11/30/07.
Traded in my Travel Trailer for it, so no need for a Diesel.

2003 EB Expedition 5.4L

2006 F350 Lariat, 6.0L PSD, Crew Cab, FX4, 4x4 PURCHASED BACK BY FORD! on 8/28/07.
07HEMI4ME is offline  
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Old 06-17-2006, 03:33 AM   #6 (permalink)
Senior Member
 
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: Arkansas
Posts: 616
iTrader: (0)
My Photos: (4)
Re: F-250 Shocks for Towing 5'er

[ QUOTE ]
[ QUOTE ]
I went with the Monroe reflex shocks. Nice ride [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggrin.gif[/img]
Bob

[/ QUOTE ]

I also installed the Reflex on my '02 F250 and was very happy with them

[/ QUOTE ]

I've been wondering about the reflex shocks. I've been thinking of putting a set on my f350 except so far I have not been able to locate a part # except for 4x4. Guess I'll just have to call Monroe.

-----------Robert
__________________
'92 F-350 7.3 5 spd, Crew Cab dually,ATS turbo, 4" Exhaust, Air seat, Western Hauler bed. My Gallery
RLDSL is offline  
Digg this Post!Add Post to del.icio.usBookmark Post in TechnoratiFurl this Post!
Reply With Quote
Sponsored Links
Advertisement
 
Reply

  Diesel Forum - The Diesel Stop.com > Ford Diesels > Towing and Hauling



Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 
Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

vB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

» Search Used Trucks
Search for used vehicles by ZIP, please enter Zipcode below:
Google Links

» Log in
User Name:

Password:

Not a member yet?
Register Now!
» Wheel & Tire Center


Sponsors

» Auto Resources
Locate Ford Dealerships to find a new Ford for sale, Ford Mustang and other car models such as the Ford Escape.
Powered by vBadvanced CMPS v3.0 RC2

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 01:06 PM.

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.6.8
Copyright ©2000 - 2008, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Content Relevant URLs by vBSEO 3.1.0
  • AutoForums.com
  • Truck
  • European
  • Import
  • Domestic
  • Manufacturer

AutoForums.com is the premier network of enthusiast-owned enthusiast-operated automotive communities.
We operate more than 100 automotive forums where our users consult peers for shopping information and advice, and share experiences and opinions as a community.

Visit AutoForums.com today.

For advertising information, please visit our AutoForums.com website and Contact Us, or send an email message to sales@autoforums.com.