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Old May 6, 2019 | 02:05 PM
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They are plug and play with the shim on the bottom instead of the block.
 
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Old May 7, 2019 | 11:27 AM
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What do I need for the front to come out level or just a little take back to front? Does that same company have coil springs to match?

This is what I am buying...
Pro Comp 99-200 2 Degree Shim
Amazon Amazon

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Pro Comp 22415 Pair of Rear Black Powder Coated Leaf Springs for 99-07 Ford F250/F350
Amazon Amazon
 
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Old May 7, 2019 | 11:43 AM
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Originally Posted by Nicmike
They are plug and play with the shim on the bottom instead of the block.
i run that procomp spring on the rear of my excursion, i did it to eliminate the block and use no shim. have had no problems.
 
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Old May 7, 2019 | 11:44 AM
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Originally Posted by Davidtlawson
What do I need for the front to come out level or just a little take back to front? Does that same company have coil springs to match?

This is what I am buying...
Pro Comp 99-200 2 Degree Shim https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003LC4GFY..._QfB0Cb2FKJTEN

And
Pro Comp 22415 Pair of Rear Black Powder Coated Leaf Springs for 99-07 Ford F250/F350 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0743MB1LJ..._2gB0CbYC7JK6J
that powdercoating in the description is a lie. i got rust on mine already in alaska here. if your in a sunny state it probably wont matter. i think its a enamel paint.
 
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Old May 7, 2019 | 12:15 PM
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What do I need for the front to come out level or just a little take back to front? Does that same company have coil springs to match?

This is what I am buying...
Pro Comp 99-200 2 Degree Shim
Amazon Amazon

And
Pro Comp 22415 Pair of Rear Black Powder Coated Leaf Springs for 99-07 Ford F250/F350
Amazon Amazon
 
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Old May 7, 2019 | 12:19 PM
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Original Ex brake lines

Mike, do you know if the brake lines are metric or sae? Did you use a metric or SAE flaring tool?
 
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Old May 7, 2019 | 12:21 PM
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i run that procomp spring on the rear of my excursion, i did it to eliminate the block and use no shim. have had no problems.
Thank you!
 
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Old May 7, 2019 | 12:24 PM
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that powdercoating in the description is a lie. i got rust on mine already in alaska here. if your in a sunny state it probably wont matter. i think its a enamel paint.
I hate false advertising! Thanks for the heads up!
 
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Old May 7, 2019 | 12:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Davidtlawson
Mike, do you know if the brake lines are metric or sae? Did you use a metric or SAE flaring tool?
Newer lines on 07-08 are metric.

My truck has a slight rake back to front with the D coils, but you will be raising it a bit more on the back with those Procomps. You might need a 1-2" coil spacer in the front to bring front up. They are pretty cheap. 2 styles to pick from...one goes on top in the bucket, and the other goes on the seat at the bottom.
 
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Old May 8, 2019 | 09:07 AM
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FYI - Ford raised the cost on these parts and White Bear Lake has already gone through stock so now selling at the higher price. If you have plans on buying these you should do so before other dealers go through stock and raise prices accordingly.

Edit: Apparently Mike has driven up demand for these parts so maybe Ford is funding his future endeavors!]
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Here's what I have located for the P/N's for the spring buckets.

5C3Z-5A306-CA Driver's side $122
5C3Z-5793-CA Passenger side $55
As of 5/8/19 AutoNation pricing is:

5C3Z-5A306-CA Driver's side $143
5C3Z-5793-CA Passenger side $103
 
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Old May 9, 2019 | 03:59 PM
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Brake line & Fittings

Hey Mike, how often do you go out to the gold mine? I would like to get a set of (diesel if different) brake lines from ABS unit to master cylinder of of an Ex or f250/350. I'm not sure what years of f250/350 fit but guessing up to 04...? I also need some line fittings to fit my new master cylinder. The yards here won't sell brake lines! I'd be happy to pay for your time and expenses as well as actual cost and shipping. I'm not in a hurry so whenever you have a reason to go out there.
 
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Old May 9, 2019 | 06:45 PM
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I haven't been out much in the last year due to family situation (parents aging and needing help). I don't know when I will be back out there, but I can tell you the two gas Excursions he has will not work for a diesel. Different lines and ABS unit. If you go to Rockauto and compare part numbers between a 7.3 X and a 7.3 F250, you might be able to find your answer on the compatability question.
 
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Old May 10, 2019 | 12:24 PM
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Funny, I don't have a Ford, I just registered to say thanks for all the hard work and pictures. I am swapping late model Ford F350 axles and suspension under a Kaiser M715 and this was very helpful. Rear e-locker axle will be here on Monday.

Hi Camo!



 
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Old May 10, 2019 | 02:32 PM
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I may use RuffStuff's control arms in factory frame brackets to get better control. I am not a fan of their frame side brackets welding on in one plane of control.

I do have factory radius arms, but I am not sure where this M715 will end up, height wise.

Thoughts?
 
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Old May 10, 2019 | 03:40 PM
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That will be a pretty sweet project
 
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