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Old Jun 30, 2023 | 08:12 PM
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1965 leaf spring direction?

I am installing new rear springs on my 65 long bed and am struggling to remember the orientation of the rear springs...
is the long side to the front or rear? I found one thread about this that was a few years old with mixed answers and no real clarification, and the tech pages on fordification dont specify.

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Short leave to the front. 1970 Body Builder's Layout Book - FORDification.com
 
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Old Jul 1, 2023 | 06:26 AM
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Great. I thought that I had it right. Thanks for sharing the link and info! That's getting added to the favorites. Lol

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Short end to front to control axle torque reaction to power and braking..

Long end to rear to "sproing".

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