Fabtech FTS22091 Installation Instructions
Fabtech FTS22091 is a rear box kit for replacement leaf springs and blocks. It is designed to be used on vehicles with a C.V. rear drive shaft. The kit includes everything you need to replace your old leaf springs and blocks, including new leaf springs, lift blocks, bumpstops, U-bolts, and a nut and washer kit.
The Fabtech FTS22091 is a great way to improve the performance of your vehicle. It will provide you with a smoother ride, increased ground clearance, and improved handling. The kit is also easy to install, so you can get your vehicle back on the road in no time.
Here are some of the benefits of using the Fabtech FTS22091:
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2000 - 2005 FORD EXCURSION 4WD
REAR BOX KIT FOR REPLACEMENT LEAF SPRINGS & BLOCKS
FTS22091
PARTS LIST:
2 FTS281 Leaf
2 FTBK15 Lift
1 FTS85 4.5" Rear Bumpstop
4 FT351U U-Bolts
1 FT58H Nut & Washer Kit
Tool List: (Not Included) o Floor Jack o Jack Stands o Assorted Metric and S.A.E Sockets & Allen Wrenches
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY FROM START TO FINISH BEFORE BEGINNING
INSTALLATION!
THIS KIT IS DESIGNED FOR USE ON VEHICLES WITH A C.V. REAR DRIVE SHAFT. IF
YOUR VEHICLE DOES NOT HAVE A C.V. REAR DRIVE SHAFT, ONE WILL HAVE TO MADE
BY YOUR LOCAL DRIVE LINE SHOP.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.
Disconnect the negative terminal on the battery. Jack up the rear end of the vehicle and support the frame rails with jack stands. Supporting the rear differential remove and discard the rear shocks.
NEVER WORK UNDER AN
UNSUPPORTED VEHICLE!
2.
Remove the u-bolts from truck and save. Lower the axle down slowly. Use care not to over extend the brake hose .
3.
Remove the complete leaf spring packs from the truck and discard with the factory blocks. Save the factory hardware.
4.
Remove the OEM rear bump stops and replace them with the new urethane units. Use the included 3/8” hardware.
6.
Locate and install the provided rear lift blocks included in this kit with the short center pin of the block facing down, to the axle. The short end of the block should face to the front of the vehicle. Using the original U bolts and nuts, align the axle, lift blocks, and springs. Evenly tighten and torque the U Bolts to 90lbs. SEE PHOTO BELOW
5.
Locate the new FTS281 rear leaf springs included in this kit and install into the factory position using factory hardware.
Leave all bolts loose (do not tighten with the vehicle in the air). SEE PHOTO BELOW
7.
Install Fabtech shock part number FTS7266 (not included) with the factory hardware and torque bolts to 65lbs.
8.
Install tires and wheels and torque lug nuts to wheel manufacturer’s specifications.
9.
Recheck all bolts for proper torque. Recheck brake hoses and lines for proper clearances.
10.
Check front-end alignment and set to factory specifications.
Readjust headlights.
11.
Reinstall the rear tires and torque the lugs to factory specifications. The factory torque specifications can be found in your owner’s manual.
12.
Remove the jack stands and set the truck back onto the ground. Check the torque on all fasteners.
13.
Torque the front leaf spring bolts to 222 ft. lbs. and the rear bolts to 185 ft. lbs.
14.
Check the front-end alignment and set to the factory specifications. Re-adjust headlights.

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