Comparable later model suspension
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5th Wheeling
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Comparable later model suspension
Hi, Does anyone here know if any later model 4x4s that have comparable parts to my 62 f100 4x4? Leaf springs, shackles, spring hanger, etc. I wanna put a lift on my truck but no kits are available
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Yes, 1963 and 1964 are both comparable. 1965/66 are different with a slipper leaf spring arrangement. Then anything newer is workable, and can get you disc brakes and a high pinion differential which will require a lift for clearance.
Try this thread for the details on installing a high-pinion diff.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...ld-thread.html
Another less expensive option would be to get the leaf springs designed for your truck and have them arched a bit extra if wanted. Your leaf springs have probably sagged to where they have very little arch left as most do after 50+ years.
Try this thread for the details on installing a high-pinion diff.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...ld-thread.html
Another less expensive option would be to get the leaf springs designed for your truck and have them arched a bit extra if wanted. Your leaf springs have probably sagged to where they have very little arch left as most do after 50+ years.
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Leaf springs
Yes, 1963 and 1964 are both comparable. 1965/66 are different with a slipper leaf spring arrangement. Then anything newer is workable, and can get you disc brakes and a high pinion differential which will require a lift for clearance.
Try this thread for the details on installing a high-pinion diff.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...ld-thread.html
Another less expensive option would be to get the leaf springs designed for your truck and have them arched a bit extra if wanted. Your leaf springs have probably sagged to where they have very little arch left as most do after 50+ years.
Try this thread for the details on installing a high-pinion diff.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...ld-thread.html
Another less expensive option would be to get the leaf springs designed for your truck and have them arched a bit extra if wanted. Your leaf springs have probably sagged to where they have very little arch left as most do after 50+ years.
really? I can have them made to fit on my existing spring hangers and shackles?
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