snow plow prep package ?'s
Trailering
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My F250 (2012 XLT CC diesel, 10,000 GVWR) just happened to come with the snow plow option. I measured the gap from the fenders front and rear and they are the same (if anything the fronts are about 1/4" higher) so it really does act as a poor man's leveling kit. I love how the truck rides--very comfortable. If you have the option I would recommend the snow plow option for the level look alone--not bad for $85.
Mountain Pass
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From: Hudson, NH
I ordered snow plow prep on mine because my current truck had snow plow prep. Never seen a plow. Just seemed like a cheap option to get the HD Alternator and a heavier duty spring on the front.
My fat butt is close to the weight of a plow anyways. Figured the truck could use the help holding me up.
---Aaron
My fat butt is close to the weight of a plow anyways. Figured the truck could use the help holding me up.
---Aaron
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From: Stafford Virginia
I can't answer the Rancho stabilizer question but I can tell you that the snow plow springs will level the truck perfectly. Add the Bilstein 5100's at each corner and you will be very happy with the ride.
I have not heard (or read) of anyone who installed Bilstein shocks ever having an issue with the stock stabilizer. Some are so impressed that they have installed the Bilstein stabilizer.
I bought my truck with the prep package just because I wanted a loaded 250 in forest green and my truck was available at another out of state dealer. At first I didn't think much of it. Six months later I think it was a good move. The heavy duty springs are very large and provide a steady feel on the highway. Furthermore I have not heard of anyone having the "death wobble" issue due to the stock Ranch shocks with these springs.
I have not heard (or read) of anyone who installed Bilstein shocks ever having an issue with the stock stabilizer. Some are so impressed that they have installed the Bilstein stabilizer.
I bought my truck with the prep package just because I wanted a loaded 250 in forest green and my truck was available at another out of state dealer. At first I didn't think much of it. Six months later I think it was a good move. The heavy duty springs are very large and provide a steady feel on the highway. Furthermore I have not heard of anyone having the "death wobble" issue due to the stock Ranch shocks with these springs.
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My 2012 F250 just happened to come with the snow plow option. I measured the gap from the fenders front and rear and they are the same so it really does act as a poor man's leveling kit. I love how the truck rides--very comfortable. If you have the option I would recommend the snow plow option for the level look alone--not bad for $85.
Follow the table below to select the correct spring to install based on the vehicles front GAWR rating. Follow the instructions in Workshop Manual, Section 204-01A.
F-Super Duty Monobeam Coil Spring Rates (F250/350 4x4)
Front GAWR Rating Current Vehicle Spring Coil P/N 5C34-5310- Intall F250/F350 2-UP
4000 AHC AFC
4400 AGC AEC
4800 AFC ADC
5200 AEC ACC
5600 ADC ACC
6000 ACC No Replacement Part Available
PART NUMBER PART NAME
5C3Z-5310-CA Front Spring (ACC)
5C3Z-5310-DA Front Spring (ADC)
5C3Z-5310-EA Front Spring (AEC)
5C3Z-5310-FA Front Spring (AFC)
F-Super Duty Monobeam Coil Spring Rates (F250/350 4x4)
Front GAWR Rating Current Vehicle Spring Coil P/N 5C34-5310- Intall F250/F350 2-UP
4000 AHC AFC
4400 AGC AEC
4800 AFC ADC
5200 AEC ACC
5600 ADC ACC
6000 ACC No Replacement Part Available
PART NUMBER PART NAME
5C3Z-5310-CA Front Spring (ACC)
5C3Z-5310-DA Front Spring (ADC)
5C3Z-5310-EA Front Spring (AEC)
5C3Z-5310-FA Front Spring (AFC)
Trailering
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From my door and spring sticker:
GVWR 10,000
GAWR Front 5940 @ 75psi
GAWR Rear 6100 @ 80psi
Snow Plow Springs:
5634
5310-ACC (6000 lb)
5AC
My understanding the spring rate is "computer picked" considering options selected for the truck so the springs could be different on other snow plow equipped trucks. My truck is an XLT diesel CC.
GVWR 10,000
GAWR Front 5940 @ 75psi
GAWR Rear 6100 @ 80psi
Snow Plow Springs:
5634
5310-ACC (6000 lb)
5AC
My understanding the spring rate is "computer picked" considering options selected for the truck so the springs could be different on other snow plow equipped trucks. My truck is an XLT diesel CC.
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The ACC springs are the 6000# springs. That answers my question though as far as leveling. See I bought mine withoutthe snowplow prep, but changed from AEC (5200#) springs to the ACC, and although it did raise the front about 3/4" according to before and after measurements- my truck isn't level front to back
The reason I asked about the GVW of your truck is I figured it was the 10,000 GVW and the rear just sits a little lower than the 11,500 GVW which is what I have. I do like the ride a lot better with the new springs
The reason I asked about the GVW of your truck is I figured it was the 10,000 GVW and the rear just sits a little lower than the 11,500 GVW which is what I have. I do like the ride a lot better with the new springs
Junior User
Joined: Jan 2011
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From: Connecticut
Alright...here's another related question:
I noticed that you can't get the camper package AND the snow plow prep package.
From the package descriptions, the camper package includes the heavy duty front springs, so if I got the camper package that would include all of the equipment that's included with the snow plow package? (except for the HD alternator)
I noticed that you can't get the camper package AND the snow plow prep package.
From the package descriptions, the camper package includes the heavy duty front springs, so if I got the camper package that would include all of the equipment that's included with the snow plow package? (except for the HD alternator)
Posting Guru
Joined: Nov 2010
Posts: 1,406
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From: Altoona, Ia
Mine with plow prep was 1/2" low in the front. Was pretty close to level when I first brought it home but after driving around and actually using the plow a couple times the springs settled in about 1/2". I installed a 2.5 front / 2" rear lift so now it's lifted 3.5" (including the extra inch from the 6000 lb springs) and sets perfectly level. Looks good as well.
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