super cooling and handling package
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 81
Likes: 0
super cooling and handling package
Hi All, I have an '89 150 Lariet with 5.0 engine and auto tranny with OD. I'm going to be pulling a trailer and was doing some research on the truck. I found that there were some options available when the truck was new, specifically super cooling and the handling package.
As near as I can tell, the super cooling option was a 2 core rad instead of the 1 core I had. (I upgraded to a 2 core)
However, I really can't get any info on the handling package other than it did include heavy duty shocks. Anyone have any additional info on either one of these options?
Thanks
As near as I can tell, the super cooling option was a 2 core rad instead of the 1 core I had. (I upgraded to a 2 core)
However, I really can't get any info on the handling package other than it did include heavy duty shocks. Anyone have any additional info on either one of these options?
Thanks
Postmaster
Joined: Jun 1999
Posts: 2,719
Likes: 1
From: Lee's Summit MO
super cooling and handling package
Handling Package: Front/Rear stabilizer bars, heavy duty front springs, heavy shocks and quad front shocks (regular cab 4x4s)
Super cooling: larger radiator (same as 351), transmission auxilary cooler.
Super cooling: larger radiator (same as 351), transmission auxilary cooler.
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 81
Likes: 0
super cooling and handling package
Thanks for the info.
If you wanted to upgrade the truck over time in what order would you purchase these add-ons so you got the most bang for your buck?
I already have upgraded the radiator and added HD shocks in the rear. I had replaced the front shocks about a year ago but they are not HD ones.
I also will not be oing any off road driving! So what should I get next?
If you wanted to upgrade the truck over time in what order would you purchase these add-ons so you got the most bang for your buck?
I already have upgraded the radiator and added HD shocks in the rear. I had replaced the front shocks about a year ago but they are not HD ones.
I also will not be oing any off road driving! So what should I get next?
Postmaster
Joined: Jun 1999
Posts: 2,719
Likes: 1
From: Lee's Summit MO
super cooling and handling package
You might consider some over-load springs for the rear. I have a '93 F-150 2wd with the 5L/E4OD. My truck has the handling package (which was part of the trailer package) and so was super engine cooling. Over-loads are cheaper now, and really great for handling and weight distribution. These are a MUST for towing trailers with 1/2 ton F-150s.
I personally think every one of these trucks should have came with trailer package, regardless if you tow or not. Since you have a majority of the package, why not add to it with trailer package?
The only thing you'd apparently be missing is the wiring harness and H/D flasher and possibly the H/D battery.
Since your truck is an '89 you most likely would have a heavier battery than the stock 600CCA. If you plan to tow, the H/D flasher is a must.
Ford didn't offer a factory tow receiver hitch than the regular <a href="http://www.motorhaven.com/"><a href="http://www.motorhaven.com/">bumper</a></a> ball. I STRONGLY advise to tow with a receiver hitch instead of the <a href="http://www.motorhaven.com/"><a href="http://www.motorhaven.com/">bumper</a></a>.
I personally think every one of these trucks should have came with trailer package, regardless if you tow or not. Since you have a majority of the package, why not add to it with trailer package?
The only thing you'd apparently be missing is the wiring harness and H/D flasher and possibly the H/D battery.
Since your truck is an '89 you most likely would have a heavier battery than the stock 600CCA. If you plan to tow, the H/D flasher is a must.
Ford didn't offer a factory tow receiver hitch than the regular <a href="http://www.motorhaven.com/"><a href="http://www.motorhaven.com/">bumper</a></a> ball. I STRONGLY advise to tow with a receiver hitch instead of the <a href="http://www.motorhaven.com/"><a href="http://www.motorhaven.com/">bumper</a></a>.
Last edited by Pastmaster; Mar 27, 2003 at 07:55 PM.
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 9,987
Likes: 7
From: Memphis, TN
super cooling and handling package
A 2-core radiator on a V-8 is light-duty. You can get a 3- or 4-core.
To add quad front shocks, you have to cut the rivets that hold your shock/spring towers on the frame & bolt on the quad type. You also have to dismantle the front suspension to add the lower quad shock brackets. I've done it.
To add quad front shocks, you have to cut the rivets that hold your shock/spring towers on the frame & bolt on the quad type. You also have to dismantle the front suspension to add the lower quad shock brackets. I've done it.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
F350moneypit
1967 - 1972 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
2
Sep 21, 2014 11:55 AM
lee
1967 - 1972 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
11
May 15, 2014 06:03 PM
1972RedNeck
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
19
Jun 8, 2013 01:29 PM
kjgibson2
1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
6
May 16, 2012 08:18 AM
