Ford Crown Vic struts how to install

A little too much spring in your bounce? Clunk in the front end? Oil leaking from struts? Not happy with the ride? You're in luck, I show you how easy it is to replace your worn out struts with brand new ones and fix your ride.
struts I used: amzn.to/3nLxfvE
Torque specs in ft-lb:
Strut (shock absorber) upper mounting nuts:
1988-1991 22 to 30
1992 16 to 20
1993-2002 25 to 34
2003-2012 22
Strut (shock absorber) to lower control arm:
1988-1991 12 to 18
1992-1993 13 to 16
1994-2002 11
2003-2006 166
2007-2012 173
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[@williamlo2976]

I used Monroe quikstruts and changed my hub out at the same time while i was in there. I had a humming and hope that was it. Nope, rear axle bearings but at least it's done.

[@WJHandyDad]

let us all know how it turns out when you get it fixed

[@dogbitefred6631]

Thanks for taking the time to video this procedure for us! I have started hearing a popping noise on my passenger side when I turn left in my 2007 CVPI. Looks like it will be my turn in the barrel soon.

[@kylemlm]

That looks fantastic, this help myself understand cost of having this done on 2010. Thank you for sharing the brand to buy. I take back what I said about Baylor / Aggie.

[@donwright5997]

Good job daddy. I did my Struts both sides. High performance breaks Hubs. Front end work .2007,P71 115000.I feel for you I had a lift. Your bad. good job.

[@Ulford]

Great video as always. Good job.

[@kris0w010]

So at round minute 10:38 that piece you were taking off spins because it's literally just a ball and then a bolt and it's attached to that bar or link whatever you want to call it by a knuckle or joint so that's why it spins

[@alamedacustomholsters]

Great job 👊

[@antoniomarc7174]

Great job hopefully you like the ride better now…👍👍

[@WJHandyDad]

I would have to say I can't tell a difference

[@2006Mercury]

Thank you for the informative video! 10/10 bada boom

[@kimmadison5504]

You make the best crown Vic repair videos thanks brother 💪🏾👍🏾

[@azizshavershian2065]

WJ sir great video as always. Did you end up filming the upper control arm portion? Just wondering if you may be posting that - my P7B is due :)

[@WJHandyDad]

I filmed each component and will upload videos of each soon

[@kylemlm]

Will you show video on the improved ride quality ? Thank you Sir.

[@WJHandyDad]

from driver's seat the ride feels about the same - I can't tell a difference. But that's actually good because I liked the ride quality before the swap

[@kylemlm]

@@WJHandyDad That's good news, recommendations on a rear shock ?

[@WJHandyDad]

@@kylemlm this same P71 has these on it... th-cam.com/video/PDTImDH633o/w-d-xo.html

[@ckcstyle]

Can you provide a link to the replacement end links? Thanks in advance.

[@WJHandyDad]

these are what I used: amzn.to/3MoLq44

[@anthonyscvpi5154]

Can you make a video on how it look after?

[@WJHandyDad]

I took a photo of silver Vic (this one) and white Vic (still with stock) and to my naked eye they look the same. I also took a photo of silver Vic in same location that I took a prior photo. I'll post them on Instagram

[@iannathanson6014]

Ok i was able to finally find all motorcraft replacement parts for my front and rear suspension except the loaded strut. I had a mechanic check my springs, and they said they are good, so i just went ahead and bought two motorcraft struts. What other harware do i need to buy for the strut since it wasn't a loaded one. Like i sai, my springs are still goo, so i dont need those? I wanted to try to go full motorcraf, and i already bought the struts.

[@WJHandyDad]

you certainly can't go wrong spending the extra money on OEM and Motorcraft products. I've been very fortunate to have good luck with pretty much everything I've purchased

[@SKATETOSLAYER]

Well you are lucky, my strut mount bolts are frozen in as all hell

[@WJHandyDad]

try spraying with some penetrating oil or a mix of acetone and transmission oil. Hopefully that will loosen them

[@roberthogate6310]

why is the rotor all rusty /

[@WJHandyDad]

it was a Waco PD traffic unit. During the time of its service we had several snow days where they salted the roads. That is my best guess as to why rust on a Texas vehicle

[@HollywoodHornet]

That's why I prefer the 2002 suspension style, like mine. One nut on top, two bolts on the bottom and the shock falls right through the control arm. The spring that surrounds the shock stays put. Struts are the enemy of the people! Plus, I'm a cheap bastard and would never pay for quick struts. I transplant all my stuff onto the new naked strut.

[@WJHandyDad]

and that's why I'll never be Hollywood Handy Dad