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Old Apr 10, 2020 | 11:59 AM
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Spring Upgrade Question

I was looking at SD Truck Springs. Pretty cheap for a set of V and B codes. HOWEVER, they don't make V so they suggested using X instead. Total package including hardware is $800.

Are they a good shop or is this some cheap made chinese crap? Any comments on X B vs V B or should I hold out for a V B set?
 
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Old Apr 10, 2020 | 02:30 PM
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Who is they?

I Just got V/C code from ATS springs on my ex. happy so far for my needs.
considered x but decided for my uses the V/C Is just enhanced stock and still ride good and so far Im. happy with it.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2020 | 05:59 PM
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Who is they?

I Just got V/C code from ATS springs on my ex. happy so far for my needs.
considered x but decided for my uses the V/C Is just enhanced stock and still ride good and so far Im. happy with it.
SD Truck Springs
https://www.sdtrucksprings.com

Are they good quality springs or China crap??
 
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Old Apr 10, 2020 | 06:15 PM
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Originally Posted by aklim
SD Truck Springs
https://www.sdtrucksprings.com

Are they good quality springs or China crap??
I would buy from ATS. Great people, excellent customer service and site sponsor.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2020 | 10:36 PM
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Originally Posted by aklim
SD Truck Springs
https://www.sdtrucksprings.com

Are they good quality springs or China crap??
my ex is new to me as I have had an F350 and E350 but didn't do any springs on them. but ATS seems to be popular and have a great reputation here. and good customer service. IM sure others will chime in. lots of info available.
Good luck with your info gathering.
 
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Old Apr 11, 2020 | 09:03 AM
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When you call ATS, ask for Junior. He was pivotal in my decision to purchase the "right for me" suspension. Customer service from ATS, after the purchase, was/is something I have never encountered anywhere: above and beyond. If there is a Medal of Honor for customer service, they would be a worthy recipient.
 
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Another happy ATS customer
 
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Old Apr 11, 2020 | 09:35 AM
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https://www.autoandtrucksprings.com/index.php?p=home
 
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Originally Posted by ASFC27FTFBQ
When you call ATS, ask for Junior. He was pivotal in my decision to purchase the "right for me" suspension. Customer service from ATS, after the purchase, was/is something I have never encountered anywhere: above and beyond. If there is a Medal of Honor for customer service, they would be a worthy recipient.
I'll check but I don't think they give MOH for customer service. Lol
 
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Old Apr 11, 2020 | 10:49 AM
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The kits they have seem to have springs I don't know I want. Might have to call them and see if they have packages for V and B
 
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Old Apr 14, 2020 | 03:53 PM
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I went with ATS for my springs. My research into spring replacement found that SD truck Springs uses coding for their springs that do not match either Ford's or ATS's spring codes. Basically, make sure that the springs are correctly rated for what you want regardless what the name is. Look at the thread below, starting @ post #66. It further explains what I was trying to say. Hope it helps.


https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...l#post12515006



 
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Old Apr 14, 2020 | 11:08 PM
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Also look into deaver springs. they are fantastic quality and even better customer service. and they can make you whatever you want!
 
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