2000 Ford Explorer front suspension

EXPLORER2000

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2000 FORD EXPLORER
6 CYL
AWD
AUTOMATIC
126,000 MILES

On the front suspension for these suv'sare well really nothing. Wat can I do to make it a bit well beefier? I was thinkng about a more heavy duty shock for it.

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009 AT 9:35 PM

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MHPAUTOS

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Hi there,

Thank you for the donation,

About the only thing to do is increase the spring rates and go for a big bore shocker, but this will result is a more truck like ride, there are a few variants in shocks and springs that you can get, its just a matter of finding the right combination that suits you, talk to a suspension specialist they may be able to get you a ride in one that has been modified so you know what it will feel like.

Mark (mhpautos)

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Wednesday, October 21st, 2009 AT 12:28 AM

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This truck does not have springs at all. Would this help you better

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Wednesday, October 21st, 2009 AT 1:37 AM

MHPAUTOS

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Hi there,

Ok take two, sorry I should have realized that it was a torsion bar set up, well this dose make things a bit more difficult as I don't think that there are any other settings available, you can still go with the big bore shockers or even unadjustable, I would still seek the advice of your local suspension shop, as they may have other options for you, I will still do some home work and I will post here if I come up with anything of interest.

Mark (mhpautos)

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Wednesday, October 21st, 2009 AT 5:36 AM

EXPLORER2000

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Thanks mark. I have been trying to look into a few things also. All I come up with is bigger shock.

But just never thought of contacting my local suspension shop. We have a good amount of them around here.

And will keep a look out for another post here

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Wednesday, October 21st, 2009 AT 7:18 AM