I ordered a set of Bilsteins for my 08 F450 4X and the rear shocks they sent are shorter than my originals by 3". I contacted Bilstein Tech Support and they verified I have the correct shock for my application. The stock shock measures 27.5" center of eye to center of eye fully extended and the Bilsteins measure 24.5", has anybody else experienced this problem?
I'm thinking Ford put on the wrong shock since I am the orginial owner and the truck has not been lifted.
PS. I checked the Monroe web site and they call for a 24.5" length as well.
Is the shock installed ..with at least 3" of travel left?
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??? never seen a Bilstein for these trucks with just 4.5" travel..so something wrong or I don't understand your post. Min compression travel I would say is 3" but I would rather not see that little as towing will reduce it to a dangerous level which if you hit a big bump will damage the shock unless the bump stop keeps this from happening. I feel all shocks should be sized for mid travel install at ride height IMO.
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We developed the Reverse Shackle SD spring swaps for D60 '85-04 and D60 '05 up axle swap with suspension for the OBS.
We developed the B mod, Bilstein special valving, suspension and handling cures for the Excursions.
We know what it takes to make a OBS or SD ride fantastic!
We only carry the BEST parts and never compromise just to get a sale.
Dealer for: Hypermax H2e and H2e modded turbos!, D66 OBS turbos, Casserly- Full Force Diesel Injectors! Icon, RCD, Pure Performance, Bilstein, RS-SD kits for OBS trucks, BTS Trans, EDGE Products, Tunes by Tony Wildman , Stealth HPOP's, Tymar products, Hella lighting, Isspro guage kits, If I can help you with your truck please PM or Email me.
The main problem I see is they are 3" shorter when fully extended than the stock shock which will limit rear axel articulation, they seem to be the same when fully compressed. The Bilstein Tech support insists they are the correct shock for my application so I installed them. I just towed 300 miles with no problems so will see how the rest of the trip goes. I will report back after I get back home, going boondocking for a few days.
Just returned from 700 miles of towing and the Bilsteins work fantastic without any problems. They have plenty of compression distance even after the truck hits the bump stops. The improvement in handling is notable better than the factory shocks.
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