questions about replacing shocks

[DaFinksta]

I want to get some explorer pro comp shocks, but before I buy em, I wanna confirm that I only need 2 on my 1st gen x since the rear doesn't have shocks but leaf springs instead.

 

[huskyfan23]

Front and rear both have shocks. Fronts are sometimes called struts.

 

[DaFinksta]

well, I want to get these ....am I going to have to get ones for the rear as well?

 

[Bronco638]

As HuskyFan said, you'll need shocks for both front AND rear. That link shows front shocks for an '86 F350 2WD (??). Struts usually refer to front wheel drive vehicles and could include the coil spring. But, to answer your question, yes, you'll need them for the rear as well.

D.