Struts

[smith]

I have a 2013 limited with 89000 miles should i need to replace the front struts already?

 

[HardmanGT]

yes, 30-40K ago according to some. Foolishly, I have 150k on mine and will have them all swapped out on Wednesday for new ones at all 4 corners. Bilstein up front and new Ford from Tasca at the rear (air suspension doesn't have a lot of options)

 

[Trainmaster]

They're not struts in the Expedition. They are regular shocks inside coil springs. They are not a service item which means there is no recommended service interval. Those who sell them of course recommend regular replacement, however Ford does not. If they leak or no longer dampen road shocks they should be changed.

Bilstein shocks, as Hardman suggests are excellent replacement.

 

[Adieu]

I have a 2013 limited with 89000 miles should i need to replace the front struts already?

Quite possible if they ride worse or leak.... people get anywhere from 30k to 180k out of em

Expedition uses coilovers on all 4 corners unless you have air ride

 

[1955moose]

The problem with waiting too long on shock/strut replacement, besides tire cupping, is your tires loose control on the road. This becomes a safety issue, with the tires bouncing down the road. Years back I was behind a 1980's Ford full sized wagon, the shocks/springs were so worn, the back end was bouncing violently as he headed down the 280 freeway in front of me. Well, loh and behold, his wagon lost control, scared the hell out of me, I was driving my Lincoln then. Swerved to the left, hoping I was being correct, stabbed the throttle, and just made it around him. That guy tried to get his moneys worth out of those shocks. I'm guessing way over 200,000 miles, the way the tail end of that wagon was bouncing.

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[TobyU]

They're not struts in the Expedition. They are regular shocks inside coil springs. They are not a service item which means there is no recommended service interval. Those who sell them of course recommend regular replacement, however Ford does not. If they leak or no longer dampen road shocks they should be changed.

Bilstein shocks, as Hardman suggests are excellent replacement.

Exactly.
These stupid billboard sign with a squirrel in the road telling you to replace your shocks/struts at 50K or whatever is just to sell parts.

If they are not leaking and you can bounce each corner up and down hard multiple times and when you stop, it stops in less than 1.5 bounces....they are fine.

Bilsteins from what I have read give the nicest ride. Monroe gas ones have always beat me to death. I used to buy the cheaper non charged ones on purpose for better ride until the Sensa trak came out. They are decent.

 

[Black]

Should you need to replace them, NO.
But the OEMs suck. I have a 2015 and mine started leaking at 45k miles.
Will you be much happier when you replace them? Yes.
Bilsteins are on sale for $350 shipped from Stage3motorsports at the moment if you are so inclined.

 

[Adieu]

Get your sway bar links done while you're at it, that crap will be toast and have the stiffness of soggy cardboard 95%

 

[buzzie0013]

I noticed that my driver side front shock was a bit weepy at around 80k...went with bilsteins on all 4 corners. love the feel now.

 

[Black]

https://www.expeditionforum.com/thr...m-icon-vehicle-dynamics-or-so-they-say.38352/

 

[Virginia Gentry]

I have a 2012 Expedition. The struts/shocks began to leak at 24,000. A few hundred miles out of warranty. Having always used the dealership to perform my maintenance, I called Ford after hearing a repair bill in the thousands. What? The windshield wipers lasted longer. Ford, stepped up to the plate, and provided me with resolve and shared solution of responsibility. I will never buy another car, other than a Ford. I still have that Expedition, and many other Fords sitting in my garages. Thank you, Ford.

 

[Bill Gius]

Although it's a bit older than yours, I changed all four shocks on my '03 EB this fall. Got the best price on Monroe shocks through Walmart. Rhine Auto came in 2nd. Took a little bit of time but with the help of a friend, we got it done in a few hours.

 

[Brent Harward]

I don't wanna be nasty, but... FoMoCo shocks suck pond water. Unless you like driving a parade float I suggest new shocks after the first year sticker "shock" goes away. And I agree with the thread. Bilsteins or Konis are great. Especially in the back! I've found the back end will want to throw you off the road if it's not well shocked. JS

 

[Adieu]

I have a 2012 Expedition. The struts/shocks began to leak at 24,000. A few hundred miles out of warranty. Having always used the dealership to perform my maintenance, I called Ford after hearing a repair bill in the thousands. What? The windshield wipers lasted longer. Ford, stepped up to the plate, and provided me with resolve and shared solution of responsibility. I will never buy another car, other than a Ford. I still have that Expedition, and many other Fords sitting in my garages. Thank you, Ford.

Thousands my azz

Prime example of one hand ripping off the other... 200-700 parts depending on brand chosen (500-700 is an all 4 corners brand name coilover swap, convenient for DIYers but far from necessary to address leaky shocks in a shop environment), 1 man-hour per corner labor if your mechanic is an actual mechanic who has ever done this before has tools manuals etc....

Actually probably less, just takes longer for doubtful and confused hobbyists with random tools and random and contradictory advice from others of their kind

 

[wadesdad]

I replaced my wife's Navigator stuts with KYBs. Very happy with them. Firmer than stock, but not harsh.

 

[ManUpOrShutUp]

Ford's shocks/struts are garbage. I've had multiples in the rear completely blow out with less than 30K on them. My mom has a 2015 Explorer and both of her rears completely blew out with less than 10K on the vehicle. I have since replaced all with Bilsteins. FWIW, I paid $344 including tax and shipping from 4wheelparts (4WP) via eBay.