Quick B mod vs straight B spring question
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Steph,
2008: First I added the mini spring packs in front = about 2'' lift to fit the 315 tires that still rubbed slightly at full turn. Original rims. First photo, loaded to the gills with camping stuff.
2009: Added the dual steering stablizers that limited turning radius and got rid of the annoying rub on the back of the front spring.
2011: Then I bought some used V's and added those for the bro lean. 2nd/3rd photos, not much load.
2013: Added some used C's (from an F350) rear springs modified by adding 3 leaf springs from the original rear Excursion springs + the 4or5 galvanized steel 1/16'' spacers (that came with the original Ex rear springs). Kept the original Ex lift block 2''. Last 3 photos.
I'd stick with your 3.73's like Bill recommended. Just not worth the $ IMO. I'm not a ricer, I mean racer, slow and steady is OK for me.
2008: First I added the mini spring packs in front = about 2'' lift to fit the 315 tires that still rubbed slightly at full turn. Original rims. First photo, loaded to the gills with camping stuff.
2009: Added the dual steering stablizers that limited turning radius and got rid of the annoying rub on the back of the front spring.
2011: Then I bought some used V's and added those for the bro lean. 2nd/3rd photos, not much load.
2013: Added some used C's (from an F350) rear springs modified by adding 3 leaf springs from the original rear Excursion springs + the 4or5 galvanized steel 1/16'' spacers (that came with the original Ex rear springs). Kept the original Ex lift block 2''. Last 3 photos.
I'd stick with your 3.73's like Bill recommended. Just not worth the $ IMO. I'm not a ricer, I mean racer, slow and steady is OK for me.
What's the difference with C codes? Are they stiffer but a smaller pack, or did you purposely add 3 X leaves to have a slight rake?
Based on cost, I'll stick with the stock gears. The tire difference of ~0.5" tall and wide I don't believe is drastic enough to really call for them now. I just know the difference in acceleration between the X and my dads V10 F-250 (2wd, runs 285/75R16's as well) with 4.10's, is just a night and day feeling in throttle response and pick-up.
Also today while driving to my grandmas, was able to just cruise at a nice easy pace of 70 on the 405, and it's at ~2000rpm's and at 80 just about ~2,250ish. Is this like a sweet spot, or what should be?
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