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Old Apr 20, 2011 | 09:16 AM
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Coil spring questions

I have a 1985 Ford F150, 4x2 (2wd), 300/6cyl., MT, 3.08 rear, 31x10.50x15 tires on 8.5” wheels. I use the truck mainly for camping, fishing, Home Depot runs, and the occasional dump run. I am looking to raise the front of the truck to be more level with the rear by installing some new coil springs. I am considering installing the Moog CC822, CC824, CC844, or the CC844S’s. I also have a 2” block lift kit for the rear springs (already have) and I am considering installing that as well (I will upgrade the U-bolts). I am not really looking to raise the rear of the truck, but am more interested in keeping the rear from sagging under load. I would prefer if the truck were to sit level while under load. I am also considering putting some new 32x11.50x15’s on my 8.5” wheels once the truck is raised. I know that I will need an alignment once I am finished, but need to know if I might run into any problems with any of my choices or the alignment.

Product ID:
MOOG-CC822
Manufacturer: MOOG
Front Variable Rate Coil Springs
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Inside Diameter

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Bar Diameter

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Install Height

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Load

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Spring Rate

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Free Height

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Pig Tail

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Pig Tail

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4.000

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.718

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13.00

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1230

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366

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16.38

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Product ID: MOOG-CC824
Manufacturer: MOOG
Front Variable Rate Coil Springs
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Inside Diameter

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Bar Diameter

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Install Height

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Load

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Spring Rate

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Free Height

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Pig Tail

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Pig Tail

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4.000

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.718

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13.00

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1442

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366

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16.94

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Manufacturer: MOOG
Front Variable Rate Coil Springs
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End 2 Type

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Inside Diameter

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Bar Diameter

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Install Height

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Load

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Spring Rate

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Free Height

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Pig Tail

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Pig Tail

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4.000

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.812

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12.75

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1557

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630

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15.40

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Manufacturer: MOOG
Front Variable Rate Coil Springs
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End 1 Type

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End 2 Type

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Inside Diameter

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Bar Diameter

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Install Height

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Load

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Spring Rate

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Free Height

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Pig Tail

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Pig Tail

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4.000

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.812

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13.00

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1759

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629

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15.79

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Old Apr 20, 2011 | 06:11 PM
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Well, if you pick up the front end you will have to deal with camber issues due to the twin I beam front end.
To keep the rear from sagging under load you will need stiffer springs or some sort of assist like air springs.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 12:35 PM
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It's so easy to add leafs to your rear, and for the front, get some picks, any spring that's not part of a lift kit is going to set the truck close to stock ride height. Remember longer coils lift, stiffer ones don't and if you go with a stiffer spring on the front its going to lake it ride rougher, airing kits for your truck cost more than a 2 inch lift
 
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Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


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2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


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Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


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AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


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Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


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Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


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10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


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2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

Slideshow: first look at the 810 hp 2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road!

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-12 12:50:07


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2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!

Slideshow: Everything You Need to Know about the 2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-07 17:51:06


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10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!

Slideshow: 10 most surprising Ford truck options/features in 2026.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 11:17:22


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