{"product_id":"04-08-ford-f-150-2wd-fabtech-fts30431-6in-front-performance-replacement-shock-absorber-single","title":"04-08 Ford F-150 2WD Fabtech FTS30431 6in Front Performance Replacement Shock Absorber - Single","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e04‑08 Ford F‑150 2WD Fabtech FTS30431 6 in Front Performance Replacement Shock Absorber – Single\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabtech part number \u003cstrong\u003eFTS30431\u003c\/strong\u003e is a single front shock assembly engineered exclusively for Ford F‑150 2WD models from 2004 through 2008 that are equipped with the Fabtech 6‑inch suspension lift.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis high-performance shock absorber is the updated direct replacement for earlier Fabtech units, specifically engineered to deliver superior ride control and damping for lifted F‑150 trucks. Designed to integrate seamlessly with the Fabtech 6‑inch lift system, it requires reuse of the existing coil spring, spring seat, and hardware. Boasting a twin‑tube hydraulic design with high‑velocity 9‑stage valving and a closed cell foam insert to minimize shock fade, this shock ensures consistent, controlled performance—whether cruising on highway or tackling rough terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngineered for perfect compatibility with \u003cstrong\u003eFabtech 6\" suspension lift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh‑flow 9‑stage valving\u003c\/strong\u003e for responsive, smooth damping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwin‑tube hydraulic construction\u003c\/strong\u003e for durability and reliability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9\/16″ hardened chrome piston rod \u0026amp; 1 3\/8″ OD piston\u003c\/strong\u003e for strength and precision\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed‑cell foam insert\u003c\/strong\u003e to reduce heat‑related fade at high speeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolyurethane bushings\u003c\/strong\u003e for long life and noise reduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect replacement for PN FTS22014BK (older style)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelivers \u003cstrong\u003eenhanced ride quality and handling\u003c\/strong\u003e over stock shocks on lifted trucks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps \u003cstrong\u003ereduce shock fade\u003c\/strong\u003e on long or aggressive driving thanks to foam insert\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt to last with \u003cstrong\u003etough chromed internals and quality hydraulic design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFits your lift and spring components seamlessly—no need to purchase a full shock kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFactory warranty coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImproved confidence and control\u003c\/strong\u003e at highway speeds and off‑road conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: Designed to match OEM collapsed and extended lengths for correct geometry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor: Typically black housing with chrome rod and polyurethane bushings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Twin‑tube steel body, chrome steel piston rod, polyurethane bushings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: Approximately 13 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitment: Single unit—sold individually; buy quantity 2 for a pair\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUPC\/GTIN: 674866029002\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstall Difficulty Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstalling the FTS30431 is considered \u003cstrong\u003estraightforward and bolt‑on friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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