I have a 2002 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer that rides low when I'm pulling an 18 foot bass boat. Originally I thought it was bad air bags on the air suspension or compressor that was the culprit. I was going to to switch out the air bags with coils, buy when I crawled under the truck I saw that it already has coils. Now I'm puzzled as to my problem. Any thoughts?
Ford Expedition Suspension
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Could just be tired coil springs. I have never been a fan of coil springs for towing; much prefer leaf springs.
There is always the option of airbags for it.
How heavy is the boat?
There is always the option of airbags for it.
How heavy is the boat?
Boat and trailer come in around 2700 lbs. I bought this truck on the cheap just to tow the boat to the lake which is about 30 mile round trip. It sounds like all I need to do is swap out the coil springs.
You have struts in the rear .Springs over the shocks. It's common for the rear springs to break, and cause the rear end to get lower to the ground, especially if the shock blows out. You can buy replacement units that have the shock and spring in one unit. It's alot easier to change the whole setup then just the springs.,,
I am assuming your 2002 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer came with an air suspension from the factory. The pump would be put near the drivers side fender. Most of the air suspension delete kits on Amazon are imported junk unless you see a brand name on them. You can go to NAPA and get heavy duty or variable rate rear springs made in USA that will fix you up for under $200 a pair. One thing about bass boats and their trailers, they usually have a bunch of tongue weight for their size due to the position of the trailer wheels.
Originally Posted By: BigCahuna
You have struts in the rear .Springs over the shocks. It's common for the rear springs to break, and cause the rear end to get lower to the ground, especially if the shock blows out. You can buy replacement units that have the shock and spring in one unit. It's alot easier to change the whole setup then just the springs.,,
The newer ones with independent suspension are coilovers, I believe. But this one should be a separate coil and spring. It's a solid axle.
You have struts in the rear .Springs over the shocks. It's common for the rear springs to break, and cause the rear end to get lower to the ground, especially if the shock blows out. You can buy replacement units that have the shock and spring in one unit. It's alot easier to change the whole setup then just the springs.,,
The newer ones with independent suspension are coilovers, I believe. But this one should be a separate coil and spring. It's a solid axle.
My mistake. I read to say Explorer.,,,
Originally Posted By: Michael_P
I am assuming your 2002 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer came with an air suspension from the factory. The pump would be put near the drivers side fender. Most of the air suspension delete kits on Amazon are imported junk unless you see a brand name on them. You can go to NAPA and get heavy duty or variable rate rear springs made in USA that will fix you up for under $200 a pair. One thing about bass boats and their trailers, they usually have a bunch of tongue weight for their size due to the position of the trailer wheels.
I'm pricing some coils on RockAuto for under $100 and I have the option variable or constant rate springs. For my application, which is better/preferable?
I am assuming your 2002 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer came with an air suspension from the factory. The pump would be put near the drivers side fender. Most of the air suspension delete kits on Amazon are imported junk unless you see a brand name on them. You can go to NAPA and get heavy duty or variable rate rear springs made in USA that will fix you up for under $200 a pair. One thing about bass boats and their trailers, they usually have a bunch of tongue weight for their size due to the position of the trailer wheels.
I'm pricing some coils on RockAuto for under $100 and I have the option variable or constant rate springs. For my application, which is better/preferable?
Originally Posted By: outoforder
Originally Posted By: Michael_P
I am assuming your 2002 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer came with an air suspension from the factory. The pump would be put near the drivers side fender. Most of the air suspension delete kits on Amazon are imported junk unless you see a brand name on them. You can go to NAPA and get heavy duty or variable rate rear springs made in USA that will fix you up for under $200 a pair. One thing about bass boats and their trailers, they usually have a bunch of tongue weight for their size due to the position of the trailer wheels.
I'm pricing some coils on RockAuto for under $100 and I have the option variable or constant rate springs. For my application, which is better/preferable?
Variable - Those are more suited for towing/heavier loads.
Originally Posted By: Michael_P
I am assuming your 2002 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer came with an air suspension from the factory. The pump would be put near the drivers side fender. Most of the air suspension delete kits on Amazon are imported junk unless you see a brand name on them. You can go to NAPA and get heavy duty or variable rate rear springs made in USA that will fix you up for under $200 a pair. One thing about bass boats and their trailers, they usually have a bunch of tongue weight for their size due to the position of the trailer wheels.
I'm pricing some coils on RockAuto for under $100 and I have the option variable or constant rate springs. For my application, which is better/preferable?
Variable - Those are more suited for towing/heavier loads.
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Originally Posted By: Michael_P
I am assuming your 2002 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer came with an air suspension from the factory. The pump would be put near the drivers side fender. Most of the air suspension delete kits on Amazon are imported junk unless you see a brand name on them. You can go to NAPA and get heavy duty or variable rate rear springs made in USA that will fix you up for under $200 a pair. One thing about bass boats and their trailers, they usually have a bunch of tongue weight for their size due to the position of the trailer wheels.
It might or it might not have FWIW. The 2000 that my parents own has the load levelling shocks with compressor, our 2002 does not. It was an option. Both are Eddie Bauer.
I am assuming your 2002 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer came with an air suspension from the factory. The pump would be put near the drivers side fender. Most of the air suspension delete kits on Amazon are imported junk unless you see a brand name on them. You can go to NAPA and get heavy duty or variable rate rear springs made in USA that will fix you up for under $200 a pair. One thing about bass boats and their trailers, they usually have a bunch of tongue weight for their size due to the position of the trailer wheels.
It might or it might not have FWIW. The 2000 that my parents own has the load levelling shocks with compressor, our 2002 does not. It was an option. Both are Eddie Bauer.
Ya air suspension was an option, even on the higher trim levels, not everyone wants it. A 2002 Expedition still has the stick axle so the springs are directly on the axle.
You can either try some springs more geared towards towing like the variable ones, or look at one of the Firestone air spring kits.
FWIW after working at a dealer for as long as I have, air suspension is more trouble than it is worth.
You can either try some springs more geared towards towing like the variable ones, or look at one of the Firestone air spring kits.
FWIW after working at a dealer for as long as I have, air suspension is more trouble than it is worth.
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Originally Posted By: outoforder
Originally Posted By: Michael_P
I am assuming your 2002 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer came with an air suspension from the factory. The pump would be put near the drivers side fender. Most of the air suspension delete kits on Amazon are imported junk unless you see a brand name on them. You can go to NAPA and get heavy duty or variable rate rear springs made in USA that will fix you up for under $200 a pair. One thing about bass boats and their trailers, they usually have a bunch of tongue weight for their size due to the position of the trailer wheels.
I'm pricing some coils on RockAuto for under $100 and I have the option variable or constant rate springs. For my application, which is better/preferable?
Variable - Those are more suited for towing/heavier loads.
What are the downsides of using constant rate springs in my application? I can save $30 by going with them.
Originally Posted By: outoforder
Originally Posted By: Michael_P
I am assuming your 2002 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer came with an air suspension from the factory. The pump would be put near the drivers side fender. Most of the air suspension delete kits on Amazon are imported junk unless you see a brand name on them. You can go to NAPA and get heavy duty or variable rate rear springs made in USA that will fix you up for under $200 a pair. One thing about bass boats and their trailers, they usually have a bunch of tongue weight for their size due to the position of the trailer wheels.
I'm pricing some coils on RockAuto for under $100 and I have the option variable or constant rate springs. For my application, which is better/preferable?
Variable - Those are more suited for towing/heavier loads.
What are the downsides of using constant rate springs in my application? I can save $30 by going with them.
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