This shock is approximately 1/4" to 3/8" shorter than the Original Equipment 2003-2003 Ford front shock, although it will eventually fit. Also, the threaded top is thinner and not as bulky as the original shock. Last but not least, it comes with 2 rubber bushings, 2 curved steel washers and one (ONE!) nut. What? Sealed plastic bag and one nut missing. Also, as another buyer mentioned, the old nut is a welded nut and washer combination, so it's much better than the ONE regular nut that comes with these new shocks. 3 stars only because it worked in the end and I didn't have to send it back to Amazon.