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Old 12-09-2014, 11:49 AM
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need some assistance on a semi stock f150 suspension

Hey guys its been a while.

Anyways I could use some input on what I can do to keep my 33's from stuffing in the front when I'm out playing around. Its a 94 f150. At some point I do plan on doing a SAS swap but can't afford it right now. Do you think if I ran coil overs I could keep the tires from stuffing most of the time? Any thoughts would be appreciated.
 
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Old 12-09-2014, 05:13 PM
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put a set of 2 wheel drive diesel front springs in it.
 
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not sure how that would work but i dont want it to ride like a brick lol
 
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i am afraid of ripping off a lug or a few if i stuff my tires too hard. i am up in the mountians alot with it getting firewood and such
 
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a set of 351 springs would probably work for you, but then you would have to reset the front end.
or a 4 inch lift kit.
then when you do the SAS swap, just eliminate the center drop bracket.
 
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I thought that a 300-6 was a heavier motor than a 351? Maybe I'm worng.
 
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nope a 300 is around 450 lbs.
351W is around 550 lbs,
460 is around 700 lbs,
diesel is around 1200 lbs.
 
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That is a good idea thanks.
 
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Well when I had my truck in the shop last week having some work done I had them swap in springs for a truck with a 460 and no more tire rubbing. It does ride a little rougher now but not too noticeable. And it leveled the front end a bit as well.
 
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