Those are them! But as you already know from reading the posts, the top block and overload are removed because they will hit the rear AC lines on the X.


[zQUOTE=timf150;12739410]Here is a picture of what a b-code spring looks like with the top overload spring.

Is this what yours looks like?



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That's exactly what they look like, thanks for posting the pic! Sorry, been a while since I went through all the swap info, should have gone back and re-read first.

 

That's exactly what they look like, thanks for posting the pic! Sorry, been a while since I went through all the swap info, should have gone back and re-read first.[/QUOTE]

The pic you have behind the spring pack is a picture Of the modified "B". If you are using RAS don't mod the "B" springs, your *** end will be extremely high. Unless you are adding hangers to the front with your "V" s. Good luck!

 

I think that's where I got confused. Stewart told me to not modify the B's so when I saw these with the blocks and overloads, they didn't look right to just slap on there. I'm going to go back and read the thread, but assuming I just pull the blocks and overloads off and then cut the through bolt down. I know I'll need longer u-bolts and have a shop scoped out close by that can do that for me while I wait.

Firehawk, do you remember the two gauges for the spring gaps that came with your RAS? And if so, do you remember if you used the thicker gauge (stronger spring tension) or the thinner one?

 

I don't believe you need a longer u-bolt unless you mod your b-codes.

And yes you need to pull the block and top overload spring off that b-code pack in order to make is work with your X.

Tim M

 

Your u bolts will work. As for the RAS gap, I tightened might up a little stiffer, just less than the thickness of a quarter, but that's a Canadian quarter, which is slightly thinner than an American one. It's easy to adjust if you aren't happy with the tension. My RAS is the older generation though, so I'm not sure if the procedure is the same on the newer RAS. The older gen requires the RAS to sandwich between the axel and u bolt plate, making the install a little harder, but easily doable.

 

Thanks for the help, guys, and reps sent! I'll post a new thread when I'm finished with the results. One last question. Any recommendations on paint for the springs?

 

New Link to Mods

2005 Ford Excursion Slideshow by c50bart | Photobucket

 

Nicely done Bart! I know the frustration and hours spent trying to decide on tire and rims. But your time and efforts finally paid off , looks great man

 

Thanks. It definitely was a pita (pain in the a@@).
Now I'm looking into media blasting chassis and then Rhino coat it. Lol

 

well I ordered the parts from Cary and finally got some free time. It sucked but spent better part of the day but got the front completed. Now I am going to tackle the rear. Man my springs were wore out. After i removed the old springs and tried to put the new springs on they wouldn't fit. I had to jack up the EX another 4.5 inches. Good thing that was it.... my stands were extended far is I felt safe doing. I will take some pictures after i and completed.

 

Sleep well, you finished the hard part!

 

Pix please. I just picked up a 2000 for less than a song and I want to make it awesome. I'm enjoying these older posts, inspirational.

 

If you need pictures for illustration of install take a look at my photobucket album. I posted front & rear install.
I'm here as a member and Ex owner to help you out as well.
Good luck.
516776one 5 five four....

 

Last ?…..hs anyone found a need to replace those nylon spacers that are between the individual leafs? Or are they in good solid shape and not really deteriorated.


truck has about 120….could imagine little nylon spacers disintegrating when I get them apart…or they could be fine.


anyone suggest getting these….or No?

if so what’s the part?

thanks all…will post pics!