new struts

[Tamara Hock]

I have a 2005 Expedition XLT. I tow a 4000 pound travel trailer. I am looking to replace the struts to give a more firm ride when towing. What brand have you used. Thanks.

 

[Colin Adams]

I would Put Bilstein’s if you are ready to replace struts, but I have found LT rated tires to be more important for stability especially in towing. LT rated tires are for heavy work and P rated tires are for comfort. The weight ratings will show that P rated will do the job but it is not the same as using LT tires. The expedition is a big vehicle and the tires makes a huge difference. You can run them at 40 psi or so if you aren’t towing or hauling but pump them up to 50 or 60 if you’re hauling a load. They are rated up to 80 psi at max load. I think you will Find that factory struts and most decent quality replacements will be suitable to do the job with the proper tires unless your struts are completely worn out.

 

[Tamara Hock]

thanks. I have good tires. I had the struts replaced with some from O'Reilly (houes brand). I am bouncing like a pogo stick. My old struts were working but I thought after 15 years they might need an upgrade. These new ones are frightening, even when not towing.

 

[Trainmaster]

Chinasium struts!

 

[BrandonZ55]

Having same issue with adjustable coilovers. Scares the hell out of me to hit a bump in the road..