Celeborn
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- 1997 Mercury Mountaineer
Hello all,
I'm looking to upgrade the suspension on my 1997 Mercury Mountaineer RWD. Specifically the shocks. When towing my 17' trailer loaded down ( about 4,500 pounds ), the rear end sags pretty badly. I already know about getting a proper weight distribution hitch, and I plan on doing so right after upgrading the suspension.
From researching on these forums, it seems the Monroe Sensa-Trac #58617 with spring-assist would be my best choice for maintaining a level ride when hauling. My main question is, is that true, or is there something better for the same price? I'm not looking to spend over $100 on a set of rear-shocks, I've found the Monroe Sensa-Trac's for $70.00.
Another question I had was, after installing these shocks, will my rear of my Mountaineer sit higher than the front? And if so, is there a decent but cheap set of shocks I can install up front to keep it all level?
Sorry for the noob questions, I've never messed with the suspension on an Explorer before, besides changing control arms, sway bar links, or ball joints.
- Thanks!
PS: I know I'm exceeding my limits in that photo, but it was an emergency, and a one time thing. I don't typically use this trailer for hauling vehicles.
I'm looking to upgrade the suspension on my 1997 Mercury Mountaineer RWD. Specifically the shocks. When towing my 17' trailer loaded down ( about 4,500 pounds ), the rear end sags pretty badly. I already know about getting a proper weight distribution hitch, and I plan on doing so right after upgrading the suspension.
From researching on these forums, it seems the Monroe Sensa-Trac #58617 with spring-assist would be my best choice for maintaining a level ride when hauling. My main question is, is that true, or is there something better for the same price? I'm not looking to spend over $100 on a set of rear-shocks, I've found the Monroe Sensa-Trac's for $70.00.
Another question I had was, after installing these shocks, will my rear of my Mountaineer sit higher than the front? And if so, is there a decent but cheap set of shocks I can install up front to keep it all level?
Sorry for the noob questions, I've never messed with the suspension on an Explorer before, besides changing control arms, sway bar links, or ball joints.
- Thanks!
PS: I know I'm exceeding my limits in that photo, but it was an emergency, and a one time thing. I don't typically use this trailer for hauling vehicles.
