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Old Apr 4, 2002 | 04:53 PM
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Shock replacement question

Hey guys, I am putting the '01 Bilsteins on my 2000 - how hard a job is it to do yourself? What tools are required? How long does it take?

Anyone have an FAQ with pictures?

Thanks in advance.
 
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Old Apr 4, 2002 | 05:26 PM
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Rear shocks are 18 mm on the bottom and 13/16 top, you'll need two 13/16, one to hold one nut while turning the other.

Front are 13mm socket on the bottom, 13mm open end wrench on top.
 
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Old Apr 4, 2002 | 05:28 PM
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This thread might help for some info.

https://www.f150online.com/forums/sh...threadid=72569

It takes about two hours, maybe more or less. The only special tools you might want are an air wratchet for the L/R shock bolt on top. Otherwise it's painless.
 
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Old Apr 4, 2002 | 06:47 PM
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Yeah the left right is a pain, only b/c it's a tight fit and you can't get that much of a turn so it takes a while. Other then that the shocks are easy to change.
 
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Old Apr 5, 2002 | 10:39 AM
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How many insulator nuts do I need for 4 Shocks?

Thanks, Jim
 
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