I have a 04 f-250 it came with the snow plow package, but I won't be using a plow on it. So is there a way to soften the ride on it as it has the heavier springs on the front ?

 

Pretty much out of luck unless you want to repalce the springs.

 

Shocks will make a pretty big difference...

Nelson

 

Vulcan:
I have same problem. F-250 truck with heavy service front springs and steeerind damper.
I would like to put a softer feeling shock absorber ie, lots more rebound.
I'd like to go with the Bilsteins for the heavy service, snow plow and\or Camping package )all have extra heavy spring)but i'm not sure for that heavish of spring.
Anybody know anything with that combo?

 

1000 lbs of sand in the bed will help... won't do much for mileage though.

 

What's this they say ! we want coil springs in the front ! girly trucks and soccer moms !

Come on shape up! these are trucks!
not wimpy limpy's

take a few lbs of air out in the front tires,change the shocks or get diffferent leaf's

Rich

 

thanks for the support Pal ! I only ask because I drive this truck 140 miles a day to and from work. asking folks for any options to make it ride better when not using it as a workhorse is all I needed to know !!! I know its a TRUCK

 

Put in a set of U code springs, add shocks and it will ride much better. The front end will drop about 1" though. You can order the springs from Ford for $175 apiece or so. Better yet, visit your local lift installation center and pick up some for hauling them off.

 

Im there with you brother - Ford should make HD springs standard on these trucks. Dodge has them. Also Dodge has all time 4WD on their new trucks. Ford needs to up the stakes with what comes standard on these trucks. In the meantime dont waste cash on shocks. I upgraded to Rancho 9000's with little change. You need a lift kit for a dual shock setup. Shocks is not the answer ---

 

Ruff ride know what you mean, have HD F250 4X4 ride not to bad on hwy but you can"t hardly stay in the cab on wash board road. Has any body tried air suspension. I use this power stroke for pulling trailor. RV, and would like a better ride when unhooked.