52 F1 Leaf Spring Replacement
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52 F1 Leaf Spring Replacement
Looking to replace OEM leaf springs on my truck. There are 2 options out there, aside from the mono springs.
one has 850# capacity and the other is 1000#. Any thoughts on what give a better ride.
one has 850# capacity and the other is 1000#. Any thoughts on what give a better ride.
Fleet Mechanic
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From: Dedham, MA
The 850s will almost certainly give a better ride when it's unloaded. Do you plan on hauling or towing anything with it that would warrant the 1000# springs? It might be jacked up in the rear with those, as well.
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I have the heavy duty springs on our 52 F1, and while they do ride a little stiffer, they give the truck a really nice stance. Our 52 sits about 1 1/2 taller on the front than our 50 with standard springs.
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