Lots of threads on this exact topic - search the community and you'll get the answers you need.

To cut to the point, this can be DIY in your driveway, as many have done (including myself), but you have to be careful, use the right tools, and take the advice that's been given on the forum.

As far as product, most people (including myself) would recommend S&B body mounts. Again, do some research on the forum and decide for yourself.

S&B Body Mount Replacement How-To

Fellas, This thread will serve as my how-to on swapping the crummy stock body mounts for a quality replacement such as the S&B. I opted for these mounts over the stock and "daystar" mounts because I wanted to never have to deal with the mounts again. Daystar mounts have miles of bad reviews...

www.powerstroke.org

 

S&B are the way to go on these, dramatic ride quality increase and very nicely built.

 

S&B...and be done.

 

Seems to be a common issue on this generation. Wonder what happened.

 

Think about some things that have happened over the automotive industry. The desire to stop using plastics or other type materials, moving to a tad more "earth" friendly products. So let's make stuff with plant based/soy based materials....hence it's a great product, it works, it works well, it just has a short life.

Not to mention...ask yourself why animals/squirrels are eating away at wiring harnesses.....yep....plant based wiring coverings.

Just $.02.....

 

It’s been a problem forever, the material they used just seems to fall apart with age.

 

Do not try this at home. It can be done… but why? This is what I did.

I called Ford North America and complained about all of mine cracking and rotting out. Apparently this is a huge issue for them so they had a dealership replace all of mine for $340.00. You may pay less since your truck is newer. And you’ll get the new style cab mounts. Just call Ford!!!

 

They’re not that bad to change, I own a shop and didn’t have an open lift when I did mine, did them in the lot. My induction heater worked well for getting the bolts loose without fuss, they’re essential tool in rusty areas!

 

I wanted induction, but map gas is much cheaper.

You need muscles and patience. Don’t use an impact or you will be tearing out the interior to fix the cage nuts…
Sawzall may be needed if they’re rusted together.

 

MAP gas (and a squirt gun to put out the old mounts when they catch fire) is the way to go.

 

I got new mounts delivered yesterday from S&B. They are high quality parts. I will be replacing mine soon and will be doing it in the driveway. There’s a bunch of information available about this project.

 

Definitely S&B!!
And go out every day leading up to the job and spray lots of penetrating oil on the bolts. You will be glad you did!!
As stated, DO NOT use any sort of impact wrench!! It’s tedious with a ratchet and socket, but much less than fixing the cage nuts.
Mark

 

I did the bushings in the driveway yesterday. Relatively easy with the exception of one bolt which I cannot remove. I found a work around, but my recommendation for anyone doing this project is to torch the bolts before removal. I know, everyone recommends this. What I learned was to reheat them as you go. Get them hot, start backing out. If cranking them gets harder, REHEAT! I hope this helps someone.

 

Yes, you have to heat to soften the Loctite.