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Old Sep 27, 2013 | 02:03 PM
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Suspension questions

So I'm looking to level my truck(97'4x4 F350), right now the rear sits 2" higher than the front. I dont want to lift the front so i started looking around for rear options. Newer super duty spring blocks from a 4x4 f250 are about 3.5" while my current blocks are 4.25". Lowering the rear .75" would do a lot to give it a more level look. Im wondering if anyone would do me a favor and measure their spring blocks on various F250's and 350's? maybe there is something out there that is shorter than 3.5"
I have to drive about 60 miles to the nearest pick and pull yard, so I wanted an idea of what to look for before I make the trip.

As for the front, is there anything to give me better ride quality without lifting? Ive Heard great things about doing a shackle reverse up front but like I said I dont want to lift my truck at all. Im open to discuss any idea really. Cost isnt too much of an issue but I dont want to spend thousands.

thanks in advance for any input,
Dave
 
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Old Sep 27, 2013 | 02:54 PM
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If the nearest yard is a 120 mile round trip (gas $$$), then maybe look at the block options from Bronco Graveyard: 1980-96 Ford Truck/Bronco Block Kits F350 & Parts - Block Kits
 
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Old Sep 27, 2013 | 04:08 PM
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older f250 4x4s (80-97) use a 2in block if I rememeber correctly vs. the f350's 4 inch. get some new u-bolts for a 250 and you should be good.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2013 | 06:35 PM
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thanks for the quick responses guys! its not so much the gas to drive there but more so the time, 2 hours of driviing would be a lot if I couldnt find what I was looking for.
sounds like I have some good options

Dave
 
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