Whats up guys!! Just a quick question and wanting anyone's opinion on edelbrocks new ifs shocks? I installed them yesterday and didn't really notice any significant difference in riding quality and even took them off-road!! Has anyone have them on and lets hear your opinion on them????

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* 2000 F-150 XLT, 5.4L BLACK ECAB, ORP 4X4,
* DYNOMAX PERFORMANCE EXHAUST
* JET PERFORMANCE MODULE
* K&N FILTERCHARGER
* EVERY OPTION, CLASS III HITCH, TINTED WINDOWS
* CLARION PRO AUDIO SOUND SYSTEM AM/FM/CD w/ 6-DISC CHANGER,
* "s12d" KICKER SOLOBARIC CUSTOM SUB BOX
* 354xi KICKER IMPULSE AMP
* 4X6 MB QUART SPEAKERS w ADD-ON TWEETERS
* CLARION EHQ5100 ELECTRONIC GRAPHIC EQ/CROSSOVER PROCESSOR MODULE
* GTS CARBON FIBER HEADLIGHT AND TAILLISHT COVERS
* GTS CARBON FIBER BUGSHIELD
* 285/75/16 BFG KO'S
* 16X8 PROGESSIVE PRO 57 WHEELS


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^ YOU STOLE IT!!!!!!! ^
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I just put a set of four on this weekend. This thing drives like a completely different vehicle - I love it! Of course, my factory shocks were probably worn at 90,000 miles. The advertising may have made ya think it would be a 'great' improvement. I can't really say anything on that because I didn't try any other brands.

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'97 F-150 Lariat SuperCab 4X4

• White/Silver, 4.6L, Auto., Open 3:55
• 265/75/16 BFGoodrich AT's on polished 16x8 AR-136's
• Cat-back Dual Exhaust (Straight pipes with big chrome tips)
• Black Polar Bear Grille Guard
• Stock '01 AM/FM/CD stereo
• Edelbrock Performer IAS Shock at Each Corner

 

Put them on my f-250LD around 28,000.

If you can't feel the difference, then you need sensitivity training :-)

Not a whole bunch of difference, but it is definetly there. I don't think there is anything like quite them. Much better than rancho 9000's. Work on completely different principle - and patented.

frank

 

I just installed Performers IAS on a 2001 Expedition with less than 2000 miles on them. Amazing difference. I posted on the Expedition board.
The stock shocks were a joke. I could collapse them with a quick push. I could barely compress the Edelbrocks. I'm now able to drive 70 mph on the highway and run through dirt roads in safety. Could not imagine driving without them. Better stopping , seems the firmer stance transmits to a quicker stop. I actually skidded the first time I hit the brakes hard on gravel. Before I would have just bobbed and weaved.




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2001 Expedition 5.4L XLT

 

BADF-150

Are you talking about Edelbrock IAS shocks? You mention "new" and IFS so I wondered if they had a new one out. IAS have been around for a couple years at least and I haven't heard anyone say anything but amazing things about them.

I'm really hoping your experiance is with something different, because my IAS's came in today and I'm looking for a great ROI. After all, at almost $300 I better be really impresed

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2000 EDDIE BAUER EXPEDITION 4x2

• Estate Green
• 5.4 ltr
• 3:55 LS rear
• Superchip!
• Airaid FIPK
• Gibson S/S Swept Side Cat Back Exhaust
• Hellwig Rear Anti-Sway Bar
• Xenon Super White Head and Driving Lights
• Clear Corners
• Tow Package
• Rear Load Leveling
• Moonroof
• Century Child Seat!
• Front Polyurethane Anti-Sway Bar Bushings recieved, wrong part number
• Edelbrock IAS Shocks-have arrived!!

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[This message has been edited by FamilyRide (edited 03-27-2001).]

 

Hey Flatlander (me east coast relatives call us that over here in the west), I have the same engine & gearing you do in the same truck, only 98. How do you like your true duals with packs? Did you get a chance to compare mileage and any power changes & how long of packs did you use? I used 26". Email me if you read this. Thanks!!

 

Thanks for the feedback guys, I guess I can tell a little bit of a difference but not much but the are a lot better than the stock junk shocks that come on from the factory.
FamilyRide sorry, I mistyped IAS was just a typing error!!! No new ones out!! Hope your experience with them is a positive one!!

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* 2000 F-150 XLT, 5.4L BLACK ECAB, ORP 4X4,
* DYNOMAX PERFORMANCE EXHAUST
* JET PERFORMANCE MODULE
* K&N FILTERCHARGER
* EVERY OPTION, CLASS III HITCH, TINTED WINDOWS
* CLARION PRO AUDIO SOUND SYSTEM AM/FM/CD w/ 6-DISC CHANGER,
* "s12d" KICKER SOLOBARIC CUSTOM SUB BOX
* 354xi KICKER IMPULSE AMP
* 4X6 MB QUART SPEAKERS w ADD-ON TWEETERS
* CLARION EHQ5100 ELECTRONIC GRAPHIC EQ/CROSSOVER PROCESSOR MODULE
* GTS CARBON FIBER HEADLIGHT AND TAILLISHT COVERS
* GTS CARBON FIBER BUGSHIELD
* 285/75/16 BFG KO'S
* 16X8 PROGESSIVE PRO 57 WHEELS


^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
^ DRIVE IT LIKE ^
^ YOU STOLE IT!!!!!!! ^
^ ^
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

 

*sorry off topic *
POLARISGUY where's your email?
I'm glad others thought these shocks made an improvement. I could'nt believe that just shocks would alter the ride that much. Cool.

 

BADF-150

I installed mine today. I've only driven a few miles but I think the ride is actually slightly smoother but I feel a little better control. Cornering is definetly noticable and recovery from dips and bumps is much quicker.

I will say though it didn't make my 5800 lb Expy feel like a Vette. Of course mine only has about 20k easy street miles on it so the OEM shocks still felt good.

Someone posted and I thought it was odd, but they said, the OEM shocks aren't bad shocks! I have to agree. I'm glad I did the Edelbrocks though. It feels like they make the tires do some work. I've decreased air pressure closer to recommended already.

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2000 EDDIE BAUER EXPEDITION 4x2

• Estate Green
• 5.4 ltr
• 3:55 LS rear
• Superchip!
• Airaid FIPK
• Gibson S/S Swept Side Cat Back Exhaust
• Hellwig Rear Anti-Sway Bar
• Edelbrock Performer IAS Shocks
• Xenon Super White Head and Driving Lights
• Clear Corners
• Tow Package
• Rear Load Leveling
• Moonroof
• Century Child Seat!
• Front Polyurethane Anti-Sway Bar Bushings recieved, wrong part number

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