Recommendations for rear shocks & smooth ride

[Eric Wheeler]

I have KYB’s on the rear along with sumo springs. I like the ride. Didn’t want to wait.

 

[Langer]

Looks like front and rear bilstein 5100s are back on amazon:

Bilstein 24-285063 B8 5100 Ride Height Adjustable Shock Absorber Stem Upper/Eye 20.3mm Lower Mount Type 46mm Monotube Zinc Plated No Boot B8 5100 Ride Height Adjustable Shock Absorber https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SLLQPPL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabc_.6cQFbHTSTGGS?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Bilstein 24-285056 B8 5100 Ride Height Adjustable Shock Absorber Stem Upper/Crossbar Lower Mount Type 46mm Monotube Zinc Plated No Boot B8 5100 Ride Height Adjustable Shock Absorber https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SYM8GX9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabc_27cQFb6EMZ243?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

 

[positivemojo]

I used KYB struts on my 2008 Expedition and now it rides like new. The Monroe's were only 2-3 years old and were awful. I wanted Bilstein's but the Monroe spring does not fit the Bilstein since it is not the same as the Ford OEM spring. So I have 2 Bilstein's for the rear if you have the original springs and want brand new Bilstein mono-tubes - cheap.