Ford Crown Vic rear springs

[@buleyauto]

Would love to see "before and after" photos of how the car sits pre- and post new rear springs to compare any difference in ride height. My 08 has 168,000 miles and I'm considering new rears and maybe new fronts. Also a little tip for removing and re-installing new springs (on any solid axle, coil spring vehicle really) - just use your jack under the opposite end of the axle you're working on...jacking up the opposite side makes the side you're working on droop very low and the springs will slide in and out easy, no compressor or spreaders needed. A trick I learned from my days of Jeeping.

[@WJHandyDad]

Thank you for the great tip - I'll have to use that next time! As for photos, sorry, I didn't take any. "Eyeballing" it, I would say it's approximately the same, probably within 1/2" or so. I think next time I'd opt for springs that are 1-2" taller.

[@Reallionaire314]

Here's a tip when installing or removing springs from these cars... Say you need to slide the spring in/out and to need an extra 3 or 4inches to clear... Have a jack on the opposite side of the axle and jack it up on that side and it will push the side your working on down to give you more room

[@WJHandyDad]

thank you for the tip

[@cardinaloflannagancr8929]

One thing to note is seeing the wider coils at one end these are variable rate, the original coils are all constant rate.

[@DS-ss7vl]

Yes and the Constant Rate springs are rough riding.

[@detroitking2238]

I really appreciate you brother i have a 09 p71. Thank you your video's are helpful to me 👍.

[@hullinger]

Hey Gary, I like how you used that strap on the coil spring before unloading it. I've heard folks say those things can shoot off like a rocket when you're least expecting it. So, what did you do to get the new sway bar bushing on? -Chris

[@WallysPlace66]

East Coast Classics I was going to ask the same question. Good instructions btw.

[@WJHandyDad]

I left the factory ones on for now :(

[@DS-ss7vl]

Cut through the bushings on the side. Then you can pull them apart just enough to slip over the sway bar. They will tighten up nicely with the u-clamp on them. 98 Grand Marquis.

[@brownpride4866]

Man gd videos and very detail on everything u do..none of that extra mechanic shit,just down to wat ur doing im doing it this weekend for the first time ill be replaying ur video several times im sure lol..gd job.

[@yogie3235]

You had to unbolt the rear calipers to give you more space to put spring it place

[@wjye]

Hello again sir! My 07’ is in need of springs too, she’s got the Carolina Squat going on right now lol. How do you like those Moog Cargo Coils? Some guys say they’re softer then the stock springs. Thanks again sir!

[@WJHandyDad]

I didn't do any formal testing on them, but seat of the pants feel they feel about the same

[@wjye]

WJ Handy Dad Thank you sir!

[@SGobuck]

My springs have almost 300k in the rear, and they don't look that good 🤣👍

[@mrwebber35]

When cutting springs it's supposed to be 1 inch of free length height = 2 inches of ride height difference. This means if the old spring 15 inch free length height would need a 15.5 inch new spring for 1 inch of higher ride height. I am betting the new springs would be 16 inches free height and you got 2 inches of height increase from the old ones.

[@paulbeauregard6120]

I have a 2001 Grand Marquis LS and I swapped out the air springs for coil springs. I got a spring compressor tool and compressed them from 18" to 14" and install them. No removing sway bar or shocks. fits great. complete job to me 1 hour.

[@SGobuck]

It takes me half an hour just to gather tools and jacks...

[@user-vk3db1in9s]

I used the same style variable rate springs on mine I love how the ride is how did like the results of yours when you did it??

[@WJHandyDad]

I didn't notice any difference except improved handling. So I am happy

[@user-vk3db1in9s]

@@WJHandyDad That’s actually what I meant to say sorry I had Biden moment there yeah I love how it made the stability factor feel with my car and it didn’t jack the back end up like I dragster, I just watched a video of a kid putting a lowering kit on his car, looks like its loaded down with firewood

[@gabrielpalacios624]

Do the insulators come with the springs or do i purchase separately? Looked at the amazon link and didnt see those included unless like i said, they come separately, to which, didnt see link for those

[@WJHandyDad]

I'm working from memory, but I don't think they came with them

[@kennywarren2317]

Do you have to take the whole swaybar off just to get the end links out?

[@MrWontstopthefunk]

Why didn’t you chock the tires in front of the wheel??

[@WJHandyDad]

it's on a slope and can't roll forward

[@johngregory4801]

Moog CC865? I've got a set to put on my '00 Grand Marquis. I came across your vid just in time.

[@WJHandyDad]

yes they are the Moog CC865

[@johngregory4801]

@@WJHandyDad Thanks for the confirmation - now I have a much better idea of what I'm getting when I put them in. (I tend to carry my toolbox in the trunk - It's not light)

[@bluesharp59]

Cool video and a Thumbs Up for you.

[@tylerspellman9571]

Wondering if the new springs raised the rear any, seems like mine has slightly less space between the fender and tire in the rear, maybe new coils will raise it up a tad?

[@WJHandyDad]

probably 1/2 to 1" higher - not hitting my tow hitch any more

[@tylerspellman9571]

Ok, nice, that would probably level mine out, think I'll be doing them this summer.

[@karthiksaravanan9902]

Where did you get those sway bar bushings?

[@WJHandyDad]

the bulk of stuff I get either off of Amazon or Rockauto

[@harrythelocksmith]

Dude what is 303.

[@WJHandyDad]

it's either the greatest rubber/plastic protectant ever made or the most over-rated and expensive protectant ever made depending on who you ask. I'm running a test now and will upload a video once the results are final

[@mohawkmike142]

what is 303?

[@WJHandyDad]

it's a vinyl/rubber/leather protectant

[@SantiagoRamirez-zw2ig]

How did you get the sway bar bushings in?

[@WJHandyDad]

never did get them on - couldn't figure it out... wondering if I need to cut them and slide them over the bar

[@DS-ss7vl]

@@WJHandyDad Cut through the bushings on the side. Then you can pull them apart just enough to slip over the sway bar. They will tighten up nicely with the u-clamp on them. 98 Grand Marquis.

[@kennywarren2317]

Where you get the bushings from I have the end links

[@WJHandyDad]

everything in the video was purchased on Amazon. I put links to the things that worked.

[@kennywarren2317]

@@WJHandyDad ok I’m asking for the bushings size. And what’s the difference between the rear end links that you ordered

[@WJHandyDad]

@@kennywarren2317 the bushings I ordered were Moog K80049

[@kennywarren2317]

@@WJHandyDad I can’t seem to find that on Amazon. Do you have a link

[@WJHandyDad]

the link I had says it's not available any more :(

[@seanlofton3638]

Tires choked on the wrong side!

[@WJHandyDad]

please explain, I do not understand what you are seeing in the video

[@ramvanbobby3889]

Do u like these shocks

[@WJHandyDad]

they seem to be no better, no worse, than the factory ones, so I guess yes I do like them since they were cheaper than buying factory ones

[@ramvanbobby3889]

@@WJHandyDad what's your opinion on putting OEM parts or it don't matter I have a 2006 p71 Vic and everybody tells me u gotta run OEM parts or it won't last on these cars

[@WJHandyDad]

I'm a bargain hunter and a DIY so I typically don't buy OEM stuff - but certainly not bad to stick with OEM if you can afford it. It just seems to me that there isn't always much difference in OEM versus inexpensive aftermarket stuff

[@ramvanbobby3889]

@@WJHandyDad ty sir I've watched all your videos I bought mine 4 months ago just trying to learn more about the car so far IAM happy with it very reliable car I drive it everyday

[@kennywarren2317]

What size box wrench

[@WJHandyDad]

what part of the video are you asking about?

[@kennywarren2317]

@@WJHandyDad for the rear end links.

[@WJHandyDad]

@@kennywarren2317 you talking about 4:27? That is just basically a locking pliers

[@Lxdeez]

The chalk is on the wrong side 😅

[@WJHandyDad]

I don't understand your comment, please elaborate

[@adrenalinehigh2070]

that's hilarious! I guess the car can only roll backwards huh....no need to put anything on BOTH sides of the front tires so that it won't roll away or towards the back.....hahahaha like all the stuff this dude does..... jacks of all trades, are masters of none!

[@GMoneyVA]

I always thought that you put 2 chocks on one wheel.

[@Tellos313]

Where did you get those coil over shocks from?

[@WJHandyDad]

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[@WJHandyDad]

install video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnW3eqB6fZtmadE