Options for B code
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Options for B code
Scored on a pair of V's a few weeks ago at local salvage yard. No B's to be found, they have searched none to be found within a reasonable distance. Freight is outrageous. Is there another option other than buying new, add a leaf, RAS, air bags, etc
The front will have the V's with a 2" shackle hanger kit and whatever it takes for rear to come up level
Biggest I'll probably tow is a 30' camper.
The front will have the V's with a 2" shackle hanger kit and whatever it takes for rear to come up level
Biggest I'll probably tow is a 30' camper.
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Too bad you are on the other side of the country, I have a set of take-off B's that I did not use. Put V's in front, and RAS on rear, ended up with the handling and level ride I was looking for. No shackles though.
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height
If memory serves, it was about 1.5" increase front and back, with new Bilsteins. I'll try to measure the "after" tomorrow when I am playing with the Spikes-Spiders.
I am very impressed with the RAS. I did spend 80 bucks for the 1 ton rear sway bar to replace my stock. With decent tires and the Red Head steering box, I am impressed with the handling, with or without a trailer.
I am very impressed with the RAS. I did spend 80 bucks for the 1 ton rear sway bar to replace my stock. With decent tires and the Red Head steering box, I am impressed with the handling, with or without a trailer.
Last edited by paraskr; Jan 2, 2015 at 09:47 PM. Reason: additional clarification
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Thanks!
I just looked up the RAS. Seems nifty. I'm just wondering how well it holds up. I'm sure I've seen people talk about it some here on the forums, but it never stuck to me. I'll do a quick search now 0.0
I just looked up the RAS. Seems nifty. I'm just wondering how well it holds up. I'm sure I've seen people talk about it some here on the forums, but it never stuck to me. I'll do a quick search now 0.0
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https://www.etrailer.com/Weight-Dist...s/PS49903.html
If you look on some of the videos from RAS, you will see it helps with cornering and sway control, but has little increase in ride harshness. I concur.
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MMNC (SS)(Ret)
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FYI: the 2005-2007 trucks have F codes that are B code equivalents
I have them on my X and love 'em. I did the modified B setup on the F codes.
I have them on my X and love 'em. I did the modified B setup on the F codes.
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From: ramsey mn
I thought they went to a longer spring in 05? Or is that 08 I should be thinking?
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ride height with V's in front and RAS in rear
Drunken asked for my ride height with the V's in front, stock rear with RAS. I measured today, from the center of the axle to the fender -- front is 24 1/8" and the rear is 24 3/4". The RAS is adjusted to a bit more than half way. I like the stance unloaded with the rear just a bit higher.
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Drunken asked for my ride height with the V's in front, stock rear with RAS. I measured today, from the center of the axle to the fender -- front is 24 1/8" and the rear is 24 3/4". The RAS is adjusted to a bit more than half way. I like the stance unloaded with the rear just a bit higher.
I just checked mine being stock as a comparison, and using the same method, center of axle to the fender.
Front: 23"
Rear: 24 1/4"
I have found a set of 2003 X codes and a set of 2005 F codes at a local salvage yard. Both out of F-250's Price would be about $200. From what I'm reading, if I mod these F springs in the same manor as the B springs (Aren't they the same?), I can use the stock spring block.
Now to locate U-bolts and new shocks. This is exciting!
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I just checked mine being stock as a comparison, and using the same method, center of axle to the fender. Front: 23" Rear: 24 1/4" I have found a set of 2003 X codes and a set of 2005 F codes at a local salvage yard. Both out of F-250's Price would be about $200. From what I'm reading, if I mod these F springs in the same manor as the B springs (Aren't they the same?), I can use the stock spring block. Now to locate U-bolts and new shocks. This is exciting!
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From: ramsey mn
Do you have air and a torch?