Strut/Shock - when do replace?

[SmoothJ]

Besides the slight boat feeling since I am in a truck, I don't think the stock strut/shock are doing a bad job (especially with the slightly higher rate springs on the Platinum) but I wish it was better. That being said, when does everyone recommend replacing them? I have only 34K on the truck, so I feel I am about 1/2 way through its normal life (~50-60K).

If doing a replacement, what is recommended and has it been tested with the different spring rates?

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[RSMLightning25]

In my experience with gas F150's the stock shocks didn't last pass 50k and might have been bad before then. If this were a gas truck I could toss plenty of recommendations but things seem to be more limited with the Lightning? I know the Eibachs have been tested for this platform and it seems many shocks that fit the front of the gassers work here for the most part. I can't say much about the rears other than the Eibachs.

 

[21st Century Truck]

I have 71.5 thousand miles on my Lightning and have been wondering the same question... but so far there's no corner pogo effect yet when I push hard on any corner.

 

[AZT9]

Just installed Eibach on all 4 corners. It’s a world of difference

 

[AZT9]

Replaced the stock suspension @ 85k miles and 2 of the 4 shocks were blown and leaning fluid upon inspection when removed

 

[RSMLightning25]

Very nice! Did you do the install yourself or have a shop take care of that?

 

[AZT9]

Driveway install

I will say those Eibach springs are stout!!

And clocking is key!!!

 

[RSMLightning25]

Can you explain the clocking part? Are you referring to the top hat orientation?

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