Frame height?
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Frame height?
As previously posted, I Have determined that my front springs are shot. One side worse than the other. Re Arching is not much cheaper than new springs, so I decided to go new.
My F-1 has a 302 in it and the motor mount has a cross tube directly above the front axle, which can be an issue if the truck is dropped too much. I am leaning towards going with an original height but would like to see what that would look like. Does anyone have a measurement of frame to ground in any place with original springs and 15 inch tires. That way I can jack the frame up and see it, and then have a reference point should I decide to use lowering springs.
Would appreciate it.
My F-1 has a 302 in it and the motor mount has a cross tube directly above the front axle, which can be an issue if the truck is dropped too much. I am leaning towards going with an original height but would like to see what that would look like. Does anyone have a measurement of frame to ground in any place with original springs and 15 inch tires. That way I can jack the frame up and see it, and then have a reference point should I decide to use lowering springs.
Would appreciate it.
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'55 F100 Suspension challenges
Have installed TCI 2" drop front suspension.Changed stock oil pan on 302 to a rear sump to fit over x-member. At the rear of truck, I am attempting to use stock springs with 9" underneath. Spring packs had 9 leaves,removed 5 which dropped me 1 1/2". will fab new spring mounts,should bring me down another 1-1 1/2". My first build and am wanting to get it right the first time. Thanks to all with all the info posted,very helpful.
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Keep in mind the tire size will have an effect on that measurement too. Measure from the center of the wheel to the ground for a more accurate measurement. The dimension from the axle to the frame is probably best.
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