Just got my first 7.3 with 300k on the odometer and your channel is deff helping me to know what to replace to get more life out of it ! Keep up the content
I was in the same boat a few years ago and there are a couple of TH-cam channels for a 7.3 that are worth your time, Custom Works is literally a 7.3 god his page is perfect for 7.3 newbies
so glad i found your videos my front lift is the the same I screwed up and followed mfg pics has one small block on top of pack but did the other side the right way I saw how they are correct on your truck great looking ride
I was looking at buying the Bilstein steering stabilizer and some of the reviews says it causes their truck to want to drift to the left and that when the end of the ram is not bolted, it tries to push out, when a stabilizer should stay in whatever position you move it to and let go. Did you notice whether that was the case for yours when jnstalling?installing? And is the part number 24-158848?
@@ProjectTimeGarage thanks . After researching a little more, it looks like they sell a bracket to add on and the mounting area by the wheel might need to be drilled a little bigger . Mine was bent but another guy used vise grips to bend it back. Thanks just waiting on the parts
@@ProjectTimeGarage it fit perfectly. had to bend the bracket by the wheel a little. the hole was correct. the bracket was suggested by another amazon buyer on the stabilizer shock. works great feels much better
I noticed it primarily at Interstate speeds when you hit a bump, like going over a bridge, etc. The frontend would shudder. With the shocks, you just feel the bump, then it settles down.
Hey brother how much of lift do you have im about to get mine all set up just ordered turbo, injectors, bellowed up pipes, pusher intake, ALL Mishimoto cooling system including thermostat, billet thermostat housing, riffraff billet plenums, S&B cold air intake, XDP 200amp alternator, XDP starter, driven diesel regulated fuel return (with fuel bowl delete), fass 140g pump/water separator, 51 gallon titan fuel tank, billet sump and quite a bit of other things to go with it too long to list. But the next thing I want done is lift tires and wheels don't want to go over 35's and don't really want a high lift either. I've seen some guys do a leveling kit and fit 35's but I don't know how exactly. Most kits say they will only clear 33's. Help a brother out here.
Go to my channel and click on videos. I have a full episode on lifting a red 7.3 truck and putting 35" tires on it. It's complete with Amazon links to the kit I used. Give me a shout if I can answer any questions.
I addressed that in the video and put a link to their website where it explains it. Per Bilstein, their shocks always install with the writing oriented up. Looked strange to me too.
Project Time Garage I love your 2000 Ford F250 Lariat Super Duty 4x4 7.3 Powerstroke Extended Cab love Bilstein 5100 Shocks and Steering stabilizer keep it up man
I'm betting a junkyard is your best bet. Not sure what area you're in, but we occasionally have the Super Duty trucks pop up here and there in the U-Pull-It type yards.
I was actually wondering why the stabilizer didn't come with a boot myself. The stock one didn't have one either. I may end up just buying one for it. Seems like out of all the shocks, that one sees the most grime.
Just got my first 7.3 with 300k on the odometer and your channel is deff helping me to know what to replace to get more life out of it ! Keep up the content
Thanks. Good luck with your truck.
Same here. I’m 62 and my first 7.3 with the same mileage. TH-cam sure is a great place for mods or repairs . Definitely want new shocks now.
I was in the same boat a few years ago and there are a couple of TH-cam channels for a 7.3 that are worth your time, Custom Works is literally a 7.3 god his page is perfect for 7.3 newbies
Same..just last month bought a not so pretty one with 366k but runs strong & 1 owner
Thanks! Just did my rears - easy pesy. BTW, my truck isn't lifted so, they installed "boot up" according to your label instructions.
Nice work!
so glad i found your videos my front lift is the the same I screwed up and followed mfg pics has one small block on top of pack but did the other side the right way I saw how they are correct on your truck great looking ride
Thanks, glad my video could help someone out. Also glad you found the channel too - WELCOME!
Thanks for posting! Definitely one of my next improvement projects!
That made the biggest difference in overall ride quality.
Nice job! Pretty sure that impact will torque it down way past spec though. It's like 76 for the front ones and I think 46 for rear
Yeah, have to have it turned all the way down and count your ugadugas, two ugadugas for the front one ugaduga for the rear.
I was looking at buying the Bilstein steering stabilizer and some of the reviews says it causes their truck to want to drift to the left and that when the end of the ram is not bolted, it tries to push out, when a stabilizer should stay in whatever position you move it to and let go.
Did you notice whether that was the case for yours when jnstalling?installing?
And is the part number 24-158848?
It actually improved my steering quite a bit. Here's a direct link to the stabilizer I ordered. amzn.to/3KGPdb4
My trucks just like that except with some bad ranch shocks and a chrome bumper
ahh.. The old cross thread. Natures lock tight. You know me I would have drover her home LOL
LOL, Nature's Lock Tight. Never heard that, but too true!
I have the same exact shocks im about to install on my 1999 f250 so would the boot be facing up ....oppowite to yours?.
Boot up or down? Here's the offcial answer from Bilstein themselves: academy.bilsteinus.com/knowledge/do-i-install-boot-up-or-boot-down
Just noticed my 2001 doesn’t have that front stabilizer bar?
I've seen a few of them that don't. Junkyards should have them.
@@ProjectTimeGarage thanks . After researching a little more, it looks like they sell a bracket to add on and the mounting area by the wheel might need to be drilled a little bigger . Mine was bent but another guy used vise grips to bend it back. Thanks just waiting on the parts
@@ProjectTimeGarage it fit perfectly. had to bend the bracket by the wheel a little. the hole was correct. the bracket was suggested by another amazon buyer on the stabilizer shock. works great feels much better
Idk how u can even tell with the shocks i hand a front a rear one broke just hanging there. I replaced it and didnt even notice a difference
I noticed it primarily at Interstate speeds when you hit a bump, like going over a bridge, etc. The frontend would shudder. With the shocks, you just feel the bump, then it settles down.
So you had to compress the front shocks?
Yep. Ideally the shock will be compressed about halfway at normal ride height. Otherwise, it woudl bottom out, or run out of travel.
Hey brother how much of lift do you have im about to get mine all set up just ordered turbo, injectors, bellowed up pipes, pusher intake, ALL Mishimoto cooling system including thermostat, billet thermostat housing, riffraff billet plenums, S&B cold air intake, XDP 200amp alternator, XDP starter, driven diesel regulated fuel return (with fuel bowl delete), fass 140g pump/water separator, 51 gallon titan fuel tank, billet sump and quite a bit of other things to go with it too long to list. But the next thing I want done is lift tires and wheels don't want to go over 35's and don't really want a high lift either. I've seen some guys do a leveling kit and fit 35's but I don't know how exactly. Most kits say they will only clear 33's. Help a brother out here.
Go to my channel and click on videos. I have a full episode on lifting a red 7.3 truck and putting 35" tires on it. It's complete with Amazon links to the kit I used. Give me a shout if I can answer any questions.
Hello there, wondering what front bumper that is. Looking for one for mine and like the look of yours. Many thanks
It's a copy of a Ranch Hand bumper. Not nearly as good quality, but it does the job.
You did all of this while it was on the ground d correct? Not jacked up?
Correct.
I’ve got a project for you take those blocks out of that front lift and get some springs geez.
Uhhh, there are NO blocks on the front of this truck. They are individual spring packs......geez.
I’ll kidding aside what are those tapered blocks under your front leaf springs? I’ve seen that on one other super duty?
Is it me or did they got installed upside down? Mine are the other way around..
I addressed that in the video and put a link to their website where it explains it. Per Bilstein, their shocks always install with the writing oriented up. Looked strange to me too.
Project Time Garage I love your 2000 Ford F250 Lariat Super Duty 4x4 7.3 Powerstroke Extended Cab love Bilstein 5100 Shocks and Steering stabilizer keep it up man
Thanks Tony Gabriele - We'll do our best. Learning how to shoot video as we go. Stay tuned!
No problem Like to learn how to work on Diesel Pickup Truck
Good job, I bet it does ride better.
It does!
Hi is your lift a 3 inch?
Yes, sure is.
Thanks helped me alot! Love the 7.3 content 👌
@@theyoungtech2038 cool, glad to be of help!
Help a brother out. Where can I get a single shock mount for my 02 f3fiddy 4x4?
I'm betting a junkyard is your best bet. Not sure what area you're in, but we occasionally have the Super Duty trucks pop up here and there in the U-Pull-It type yards.
Nice job! I got the same shocks for my F350...bought to do this job too. Was wondering why no shock boot on the steering stabilizer?
I was actually wondering why the stabilizer didn't come with a boot myself. The stock one didn't have one either. I may end up just buying one for it. Seems like out of all the shocks, that one sees the most grime.
They look like crap with a boot every time your wheels are turned the boot on that side are all wrinkled