I've searched and searched. (SHOCK REPLACEMENT)

[nickandersonLS01]

One big question, Do I need to rent spring compressors?

If I do not, can someone please give me a quick write-up on how to do it safely without using them?

I remember seeing a reply from Quik stating you do not need to use them, but then I searched all day today and can only find a quote(circa 2005) stating it is impossible to do it without them....

Any help would be appreciated, thanks.

 

[Villalta]

You need a compressor.

 

[bigstick1973]

this is the only place iv found that sells the complete front strut with spring and mount. no compresser needed to install http://www.strutmasters.com/Lincoln-LS-Suspension-Replacement-Kit-p/-linc-ls-f1.htm

 

[joegr]

this is the only place iv found that sells the complete front strut with spring and mount. no compresser needed to install http://www.strutmasters.com/Lincoln-LS-Suspension-Replacement-Kit-p/-linc-ls-f1.htm

You have to wonder about experts that think the LS ever came with air suspension...

 

[loomis22]

You have to wonder about experts that think the LS ever came with air suspension...

Yeah I was thinking that when I clicked the link lol. I was like, wait a minute, we don't have air suspension... :shifty:.

 

[Villalta]

I would just stick with OEM shocks and get a spring compressor. Its not hard to use them.

 

[diskfunktional]

A spring compressor is so obviously easy to use you'll feel like an idiot after asking advice on how to use them. I know I did Just attach them and start bolting them down. Its incredibly easy and they can be rented from any reputable auto parts store such as AutoZone.

 

[nickandersonLS01]

Thanks, I have used spring compressors before. I did my lowering springs myself. I was certain I saw someone say you didn't need to use them. I purchased the shocks already, will be attacking it tomorrow. I appreciate the quick replies.

 

[nickandersonLS01]

Also, amazon has motorcraft complete assemblies for a decent price. I bought the monroe shocks from my local parts store. Just under $340 for all 4 and buy 3 get 1 free rebate. That was the only reason I decided to bounce the motorcraft replacements. Hopefully I like them!

 

[bigstick1973]

motorcraft complete with springs and mounts? where? do you have a link or part number for the complete ass.?
if your talking about the ast25 its just the strut. no spring or mount.

 

[nickandersonLS01]

motorcraft complete with springs and mounts? where? do you have a link or part number for the complete ass.?
if your talking about the ast25 its just the strut. no spring or mount.

Oops, I must have been mistaken. I thought I saw someone linked me to that saying it was a complete assembly.