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Old Nov 11, 2001 | 08:20 AM
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i have a 2001 f-350 v-10,4x4,cc,srw.i wanted to install a shackle lift to level this pig out,but i was told shackles wont work with a minuet mount plowframe.anyone had factory springs re-arched?the last thing i want is to make the truck ride any stiffer.send me your input PLEASE!
 
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Old Nov 12, 2001 | 06:06 AM
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Get an add a leaf kit. It is just an extra spring leaf you add to the front pack, and replace with longer u-bolts. I did for my f250 and it worked wonders.
 
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Old Nov 12, 2001 | 01:48 PM
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thanks for the input.how much did the add a leafs add? who did you get em from? id like to see atleast 2in.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2001 | 09:42 AM
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You might try www.Jack-It.com I got my 2 1/2" leveling kit from them delivered to my door for $290.00 It took about 3 hours to install (with a buddy and air tools) I love it! Good luck.Mark.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2001 | 01:10 PM
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Like NorCal said, about a couple hours with a buddy. I got mine from 4Wheel parts wholesalers for about $250. That was almost a year and a half ago. When I first got it it was too much, but after a month or so it settled in and looked good. So unless your steering is majorly affected I would wait till the springs settle in before getting an alignment.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2001 | 02:57 PM
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thanks for the help!i went on the jack-it site and asked them how there springs would hold up with a plow,im waiting for a reply.ill let you know what they say.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2001 | 08:53 PM
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