2004-2017 Ford F-150 Rear Shock Replacement: Featuring Bilstein 5100 Series Shocks

[@NC.311]

I just installed new shocks on my 2004 F-150 following your instructions and it took me about half an hour to finish. I feel like I need to send this guy a check for all the videos he's made. He has saved me a lot of money because of his videos. Thank you!

[@frankmischler4424]

Did you have to take the wheel off? Or jack the rear

[@NC.311]

@@frankmischler4424 No, I just went underneath the truck and changed them out.

[@frankmischler4424]

@@NC.311 gonna be doing mine tomorrow.

[@5dc61]

You sir are a gold mine, especially these days with everybody over charging and people holding on to their vehicles. You have saved us millions I’m sure. Do you have a donation page? You deserve to be compensated for these videos. You save us thousands and if everyone benefiting from these videos would donate a fraction of those savings I think it would be a win win for everyone. I

[@rogermilholland5445]

Your vids are great.. I just made my 18 year old son watch this and he replaced the shocks on his 06 F150 himself.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Nice!

[@nynemili]

You're an awesome dad! Nothing like a little sweat equity to build character.

[@sgkountz3280]

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[@rexixtencia1]

Every f-150 owner should get these rear shocks! I waited 2 long years to replace mine, huge difference, no more bouncing, finally!

[@jeremybrunes38]

Truck or car you are one of the best people to refer to for ford repairs hands down. Excellent video

[@Justme-xp4rf]

It's 2020 and this guys just saved me $350. Thank you sir.

[@pedalyourbike]

Wow. Just changed mine on my 2013 F150 FX4. HUGE difference. No more hop. Just incredible. Thanks for the vid!

[@jesse_m.grosso2378]

I’m getting rear vibration and hop sometimes at lower speeds. Looking to do this on my 14 F150. Did you use these exact shocks? I want bilsteens but when I look up on Amazon it says they don’t fit my truck

[@gartnuctae]

I just replaced my shocks with the bilstein 5100 series. It was exactly like you showed and even easier because you displayed the process. Thank you so much!!! Someone owes you a mouth hug! Lol thanks man!

[@cb7pwn]

this guy man... couldnt thank him enough for all the knowledge hes shared for FREE to all of us ..

[@plumberguy5267]

Installed new shocks on my 2006 f150. This video made the job easy. Never would have thought I would be doing my own small mechanic jobs but you have made it much less intimidating. Thanks !

[@ChrisDIYerOklahoma]

Just put those on my truck (rears). Holy moses these are the best shocks I have ever owned. Planning on doing the front struts when money gets better.

[@marcus8442]

Chris DIYer what did you feel the biggest difference was with the new shocks?

[@vpsfowler]

Marc Rigau just added these on my truck in the rear. I feel there is no wheel hop and makes my truck ride like a “Cadillac” like some people say. My F-150 has 45k miles so my old shocks are not bad. Just not as smooth as these.

[@mikebrand7922]

Did this yesterday. No idea why I waited so long. It was stupid easy. Thanks Brian!

[@XavierColey]

Ive been putting it off for 9 months...decided its time to get it done. So glad i looked at this video...

[@Cravz69]

Excellent video. I helped a buddy put his in yesterday, took about 30-40 min. Thank you!

[@highcomplexlee]

Just installed these same exact shocks on my 2013 f150. Took me about 30 minutes with a ratchet and wrench. Great video. Thanks for the help and info!

[@WhatTheHeck1290]

Just got a pair. How have they held up? I've heard great things about bilstein

[@universalchiro]

Great video, this guy knows his stuff. I started the task, but the two 18mm sockets that I had for my wrench, one was not deep enough and the bolt wouldn't allow a solid fit, and the other 18mm socket was deep deep and I couldn't get it on the nut on top of the shock because of the frame. So I went to Home Depot and bought an 18 mm wrench for $5. Then I had trouble loosening the nuts because I do not have any power tools. I sprayed Blaster (penetrating catalyst for rust and frozen parts), then hit it with a hammer, then it finally came loose. All told, I finished in an hour and a half (I'm slow). The instructions were spot on. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. One thing I learned that really, really saved me was knee pads. Holy cow, I changed my strut and shock assembly the day before and my poor knees were hurting so bad from being on the concrete floor. I highly recommend knee pads. Oh, I also swear by the thin black gloves sold at Walmart for $2. The save your hands and fingers. And I use brake cleaner on the areas to clean them up as I go. I also recommend this for proper fitting. A must if you don't want to ruin your threads.

[@phillipgingrich5668]

Great video. Installed these on my 07 F150 FX4 tonight. I noticed a huge difference right away over some speed bumps in my neighborhood. I compressed my old factory shocks and one of them took two minutes to fully extend from complete compression.

[@Rev251]

Looking forward to installing new shocks now that I know the old ones are bad. Thanks Makuloco!

[@LycandersAim]

After I did my fronts with the help of your video it made such an improvement to my truck I just had to do the rears also. Glad to see that the rears are simpler (not that the fronts were all that bad).

[@snl1962]

Just replaced my 8,000 mile old, rears on my '16 Lariat. Took maybe 30 min, didn't need the pry bar, just "muscled" them. I did a compression / recovery test on the 4x4 OEMs... OMG... Incredibly slow, especially the driver side! NO WONDER, they're so "bouncy bouncy". Quick test drive, deliberately hitting holes / ruts, MUCH firmer & STABLE! Thanks for the video!

[@MichaelJordan-hn4zd]

Steve Haga why replace it if it's new? 2016 seems new. Do you see a benefit even from it? Does it help the truck bounce back up? Or handle more load

[@tzy2o8732]

does the shock upgrade gonna help for non-offroad driving?

[@jadd6810]

Just did the rears this AM on my 2016 F150, it took longer for me to remove the wheel liners than it did to install these shocks. Great video! Thanks for the torque specs!

[@jsol888]

Have you notice difference while driving and towing?

[@jadd6810]

@@jsol888 I only had 16,000 miles when I changed them so the originals weren't that bad on daily driving. There was a huge improvement towing though. The porpoising is gone. Last week I towed our travel trailer with 30 gallons of freshwater and 10 gallons this week and it was a vast improvement! We just need to get manufacturers to start putting in baffles like they do with fuel tanks to stop the sloshing around.

[@BringTheBeaver]

I’ve got an 2018 F150 and it bounced so must when we towed last time, I can’t wait to fit these. I hope I get your results!

[@jadd6810]

@@BringTheBeaver 3 years later and the shocks are still great. What made the biggest improvement in towing was adding Sumo Springs. I think it did make it a bit more harsh but when its loaded it smooths out fast.

[@chrisstromberg6527]

@@jadd6810 Just curious, did you change out the eye bushing's on these? The Bilstein 5100's bushing that comes stock, leave a lot of space between the mount and the bushing.

[@thollingsworth4910]

I'm looking to upgrade to Bilstein shocks. Glad to hear you say that they are a good product.

[@carvalhonj]

Dec/2021 - I followed all the video details to teplace the rear shocks of my 2016 F150 FX4 and everything was perfect and easy. Thank you so much

[@Recoil816]

Super clear and straight-forward. Thank you sir. I know how to replace shocks, but I wanted to be sure before diving into it with my new truck. There's always some new crap to worry about with all of the over-engineering put into current vehicles.

[@solesoul2108]

Great video! I added these shocks, put it on a dyno and gained 62 hp!

[@oozlovervdxp]

What? Lol

[@jessiehughes9432]

Did you put the sticker on your back window? That's an extra 20 horse alone! 🤦🏻‍♂️🤣

[@solesoul2108]

@@jessiehughes9432 i got lucky, it was a 23hp gain! if only I had more stickers,lol.

[@jessiehughes9432]

@@solesoul2108 Ha..what a hoot. LoL

[@defritzel]

These shocks are awesome on my 2011 crew cab. Unbelievable difference. Highly recommend.

[@ReeReeJr2]

This is the best video I've seen yet on changing your Fords shocks! 🙏

[@mar1video]

I have them installed on my '08 Expedition. Love them ! 2 trips to CO Off-roading in WY Towed an RV trailer to FL Trip to CA and a daily commute in Chicago (which equals to off-roading in WY)

[@romansroad2007]

mar1video I have a 02 Expedition 4wd love to try theses out when I get some money soon ? I just got a new job today. Cool

[@timothycc711]

Thank you fordtechmakuloco for everything you do.

[@donE37100]

Tricks of the trade explained in ten minutes. You are genius.

[@bobbygossett8364]

Just wanted to say thank you! Saved me about 500 bucks. Took me longer to find the parts then it did to remove and install.

[@Polarbear5353]

Just wanted to say thank you. Did this with my sons, turned out to be a successful project and resolved our issue. Thank you again.

[@peteburton2813]

Just followed this vid to install new bilsteins on my 2018 Coyote! Thanks!

[@SexyTexas]

Do you like the ride?

[@answerace]

Just install 5100 on rear of 04 F150 via your video. Perfect! Took longer to find my tools. Thank you!

[@billbethel8375]

I installed the 5100's on my '05 F150 and '86 Ranger, front and rear. They are fantastic! Thank you for the great video.

[@MrNoodles419]

Did this today. Mine did not seem to be as compressed with the green band. Was unable to get a prybar under it the way the video shows. Had to muscle it on by pushing up on the shock with my hand. Took awhile but got it on. That was the left one. When I did the right one there seemed to be a little more room around the shock. I installed the bottom first so I could grab the top of the shock and push up on it with more leverage into the top well. That one only took 10 minutes. Did improve the ride.

[@joeoleary9943]

Great video! Thank you. Just installed bilstein 5100 on my ‘14 f150 in a matter of 30 mins.

[@Fireship1]

I installed these exact same shocks last year on my 2011 platinum after reading many reviews. I was stumped on which direction to install them in! Boot up or boot down? After much reading and finally a call to bilstien, I was told you should be able to read the sticker on the shock without standing on your head! That's the right way! Love 'em. They greatly improved the ride quality on my truck. Now I want to install front ones to match. Plan on making a video for the front?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

One day I am sure.

[@Fireship1]

M Gomez I think I found them on either auto anything.com, rock auto or Jegs. I'm pretty sure auto anything was where I got them from. I'd check all of them and see who has the better price.

[@michaeldunn1754]

Just replaced mine over my lunch break. Next up, front shocks!

[@ros335]

Thanks for this easy step by step! I just did mine with no problems

[@michaelcunningham5120]

I'll put these in my 1996 Cherokee recently. Raised it up a hair. Love them they are good quality shocks. 90.00 a piece for the Cherokees

[@jb1995]

Once again my friend a great video. It’s like you can read my mind. This is my project for today. And bam 💥 your video popped up! Thank you so much 😊

[@billymc2681]

Those packaging bands on those Bilstein shocks are a big help. I purchased some icon shocks and they did not come with those bands. The icon shocks aren't exactly easy to compress. I found it much easier to mount the bottom bolt and then compressed from top to bottom with one hand and use the other hand to push the top bolt in.

[@nike1rosa]

I’m in the process of getting these for my 2011 Ford F-150 . Thanks for the video buddy

[@lesliebrew4789]

Wonderful! Short and sweet. Too many guys just want to show themselves on the video. Keep up the good work!

[@devinthomas4866]

Just installed new set of Bilsteins on my 2012 F150 Pretty easy install, need to keep the strap on there until in place or a lil difficult to compress under the truck. Will see how they feel tomorrow Thanks as always

[@tonybologna8522]

Review on them?

[@av8rgrip]

Just replace my rear shocks. 85k miles and they were shot. Awesome videos and recommendations. I also plan on doing the fronts this Summer.

[@bcmcneil1]

Did this exactly today with some rear 5100. great video and directions. Take Care from the Great White North.

[@jimdomi6206]

Thank you for the torque specs,,,always worried about those.

[@rf005]

Thank you for videos i have a 06 f150 Harley its in great condition plan on keeping it . But it has 110000 so its gonna start needing stuff maybe i can do it myself i know your videos give me more confidence.

[@FerriF1A]

I appreciate the video and the tricks how to remove and add the new shocks. As simple as the procedure appears, knowing exactly what to do improves efficiency/ time and effectiveness/ no errors. Just bought my first truck ever 4 weeks ago. I already added a tons of upgrade to a brand new truck. I have taken a Porsche 911 engine apart and put back before... Yet, I appreciate your videos. I also install oil catch can based on reviewing your video + talking to dealer. All done in 1 shot without errors. BTW, still own 4 other sports cars

[@matttriestodothings]

How much money is this guy pulling away from dealers showing us how to take care of these things ourselves? Thanks dude. Just did mine. I'd previously taken the rear leaf spring blocks out of my 2013 XLT F150, so I had a little more of a struggle to compress the shocks, but ain't nothin' but a thang. The video showed me exactly what I had to do. Thanks again.

[@mosasa1307]

Quick question, another user mentioned that they had to remove the wheel liners to get this done, is that really the case?

[@matttriestodothings]

@@mosasa1307 maybe he had some aftermarket ones that were installed that he had to remove first. I did not.

[@gartnuctae]

Love your videos man. You've walked me through a timing job and a lot more on my 06 f150. I appreciate ya!

[@micheldesrochers3684]

Sweet ! I like the pry-bar reminder to ease it out... thanks a lot !!!

[@FakePersonna]

Awesome video! Thank you. I am going to change the rear shocks on my 2015 F150 Crew Cab - I just got a new bed cap and the rear sags a bit.

[@syednabi5473]

I have the same truck. How is it going for you now? ( I think 2 years later)

[@BringTheBeaver]

Outstanding and informative video!! We just bought a 30’ travel trailer and noticed no sway, but quite a bit of bounce when we picked it up, ordered these and hoping for better results. Thank you!

[@timetter7062]

Wow. Great vid as always. Would love to see a sway bar install on the 09-14 f150!!!

[@lazarooconde1884]

pretty good video, that way you explain it makes it easier to understand and to the job right the first time.

[@georgecharles735]

Had to be the greatest and most inspiring how to video I have ever watched. Thanks!

[@DF11G]

Very nice tutorial with details,now I need to buy a pair of shock for my F150.

[@goat4298]

It was a lil bit of a challenge for me to remove the shocks from my truck because someone installed a coilover shock or helper spring or whatever for heavy hauling or towing, which I had to lift the truck up to remove a lot of the stored energy from the spring.

[@VOOODOOO37]

Great video, glad it doesn't have to be jacked up. Nice pry bar tip as well..

[@weekendhomeprojects]

A buddy of mine and I just did this and rust made it 100x harder than it should have been.

[@seanmccauley1446]

Great video as always. I will use Bilstein when I change my 08' Navigator shocks soon.

[@billbethel8375]

Great advice. I bought a set for my 05 f150 and my 86 Ranger. They look and ride great. Thanks for the advice

[@markjackson8302]

Great vid. I don't know who the ones are that thumbed down but carry on.

[@nestorluevano5891]

Great video. No jacking up of truck, no removing tire. One Question, arent you supposed to compress the shocks 3 times to activate the gases? I saw that on another video and was wondering about it.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Um no.

[@drchangtorres]

Got them on my 2017 XLT and they are great!

[@andrewm0960]

I just bought a pair of skyjack black x I hope they work good on my Ford nice video it's helps me everytime I have a question or when I'm fixing my truck thanks a lot 💪🏽💯🔥👌

[@elmaschingon8237]

Thanks for the video install. About to order some on my f150

[@g6wings]

Excellent video - nice and detailed - just right! Kudos Dude!

[@levicross4142]

Thanks, this was a big help. I'm glad I didn't jack up my truck and remove the wheels...very easy!

[@occultustactical6138]

You made it look easy. I’m going to give it a try on my 2013.

[@jchan3123]

Now the front shocks :D

[@akaixl83]

I wish I had you as my neighbor lol really good f150 videos

[@gstrickland560]

I got a quote for new shocks on my F150 and after watching this video I wonder what the mechanic is charging me for. Thanks! I'll be doing this myself.

[@jamr0214]

Thanks for posting this! Took about 30-45 minutes.

[@mattnork]

Great video, thank you for posting this, it will save me a lot of time and unnecessary steps.

[@paulwalton1844]

Thanks for the video! I tow a camper with my 2012 F150 with 85,000 miles on it. Will a standard shock work well or is there a better shock for loads?

[@shonrob1620]

Great video I slapped on some sky jacket shocks on the eco boost using this video thanks so much

[@ronbaynes2755]

Doing this job tomorrow. Thanks for your great videos !

[@chadb9661]

Have a 12 and have learned so much from your videos thank you! Do you have a video doing the 5100s on the front? I see your video of another type of front shocks for the truck but not sure if install differs? Thank you

[@SexyTexas]

Did you do fronts? I see you’d have to use your stock spring. Any increase in height?

[@johnnytrudeau5251]

I've removed the spacer between the leaf spring and the rear axle on my 2013 FX4 Screw. Can I now install FX2 rear shocks instead of FX4 rear shocks?

[@wfleiton]

Just bought my 2017 F150 3.5 EcoBoost. Any problems you think I may be encountering in the future?

[@TheFozzir]

Great Video! I love these Bilstein 5100 shocks. Ride is so much smoother on my 14 F150. I think I installed them upside down because the instructions that came with them are not clear but they still work great. Again, thanks for another great video!

[@matthewley6783]

The 5100 works on 2014? I seller websites keep saying they won't fit mine!

[@cheizaguirre5494]

@@matthewley6783 did u end up getting the 5100 ? I have a 14 f150 Amazon link says it won’t fit ? Would it fit tho ? Thanks

[@matthewley6783]

@@cheizaguirre5494 I did not. Priorities changed, but I have heard of many f150 owners on Facebook that have used the 5100's for their f150.

[@clee1052]

Brother thank you, making my job easier again..

[@jameshutch4986]

Thank you for your awesome technical expertise, are these a good replacement for replacement of the air strut suspension system on the 2007 Lincoln navigator l Ultimate, if not what is your recommended replacement. Respectfully James Hutch

[@TheHunter000]

Getting ready to do these for my 2010 4x4. I saw the mention of torque. Can you do without that? I was planning to use all hand tools

[@kman2560]

Your best ford Mech out there!

[@baldheadjamaican2551]

Dam good video and such a simple job

[@danharmon9237]

Bilstein CLEARLY states which way these are to be installed,he did it correctly.

[@Mattieice-ek9gy]

Will those shocks fit a 2004 f-150 because amazon doesn’t recommend this product for my truck?

[@zigzigler8332]

What would you recommend 5100's or the 4600's for a stock 250 superduty xlt crew cab thx ! your vids are great !

[@guysix]

great job, I'll be doing the same on my 2010.

[@darwindropmazda]

Good video! I've been waiting for this one for a while! Thanks Brian!

[@richardlegatesjr9468]

What do you recommend for the front? Looking to upgrade my setup also should I replace the coil spring and buffers? Since it is a 2010 or just install the new strut with the old parts????

[@nikostheo3432]

Thank you very much for all your videos FordTechMakuloco!! I'm planning on replacing mine with the Bilsteins and was wondering if the shocks need to be primed first or it doesn't really matter?? I saw another video on youtube that someone else posted and he was saying that you need to prime them first. Being a truck driver i've heard many times people saying that you have to prime the shocks before you install them for an example on a tag axle in order for the shocks to work properly, also had to deal with that issue few times

[@5.0_life30]

Wow!!!! Even easier than I thought!!!!! Great vid and thank you for the valuable info👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@joelane4670]

Always enjoy your videos.sometimes I’ll watch for hours. My wife thinks I’m loco..but what does she know..🤪🤪🤪

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Lol

[@Theferg1]

Great video and info as always!! I do have one question for you I have a 2016 dodge ram 3500 Dully what type of sharks would you recommend for that truck and I’m also doing a lot of towing? Thank you for all your recommendations and your help.

[@FitnessMcDonough]

Excellent quick video thank you brother!!!