Notices
Offroad & 4x4
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Converting front suspension

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Dec 8, 2003 | 07:45 PM
  #1  
dogdaysunrise's Avatar
dogdaysunrise
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 70
Likes: 0
From: winterpeg
Question Converting front suspension

Just wondering if anyone has converted the IFS on an 88 F150 before? im thinking of going to a straight axel/leaf spring suspension and was wondering if anyone has done so before and what steps they have gone through?

Thanks
 
Reply
Old Dec 9, 2003 | 06:18 PM
  #2  
burntPiston's Avatar
burntPiston
Freshman User
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 40
Likes: 0
From: LA, CA
Ton's of guys have done it on the Bronco. Here's the process:
http://www.superford.org/registry/ve...=13234#content
 
Reply
Old Dec 15, 2003 | 02:26 PM
  #3  
dogdaysunrise's Avatar
dogdaysunrise
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 70
Likes: 0
From: winterpeg
thanks man, that helped alot... got my search going. I was wondering if anyone else had some good pages to check out
 
Reply
Old Dec 15, 2003 | 07:10 PM
  #4  
Ryan50hrl's Avatar
Ryan50hrl
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 7,698
Likes: 4
From: Neenah, Wisconsin
I did the coversion, but i kept coils
 
Reply
Old Dec 15, 2003 | 07:13 PM
  #5  
74F250's Avatar
74F250
Senior User
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 377
Likes: 0
yea best off to keep the coils if you are looking for articulation...and better ride...it is a ver long process but not too complicated
 
Reply
Old Dec 15, 2003 | 09:00 PM
  #6  
85351ho's Avatar
85351ho
Postmaster
25 Year Member
Joined: Feb 2000
Posts: 2,759
Likes: 2
From: Auburn,Al
a big plus of keeping the coils in virtually no axle wrap
 
Reply




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 03:13 PM.

story-0
This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

Slideshow: The VelociRaptor Expedition gains a lift, upgraded suspension, Brembo brakes, and trail-ready equipment while retaining the stock 440-horsepower EcoBoost V6.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-12 11:01:55


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-2
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-3
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-4
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-6
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-7
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-9
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE