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Old Jan 31, 2020 | 10:54 AM
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Suspension Refresh

First off my truck is a 1997 F250 4WD 5.8L regular cab long bed I think I have the full floating rear 9in axle. Looking to do a refresh on my tired old suspension as shes spent most of her life towing a cattle trailer and is getting pretty rusty. Looking like I'll need shackles and leafs, was considering doing leveling, shocks and maybe add a leaf as well? Is this a bad idea? Anybody have advice on what I should go with? I currently run the stock tire size but am wanting to move to 31's. Do you think this setup will fit 33's? Any advice or recommendations would be great!

 
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Old Jan 31, 2020 | 11:36 AM
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I suggest calling these guys. They will build you the exact spring you need.

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Old Feb 1, 2020 | 06:54 AM
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Junior at ATS is a site vendor and will treat you rite!!
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and your truck has a sterling 10.25 rear axle, not a 9 inch.
 
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