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Old Jun 6, 2004 | 06:34 PM
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i need to know if the leaf springs from a 78 or 79 F250 will fit my 72 please help
 
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Old Jun 6, 2004 | 10:59 PM
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I have mixed and matched many springs. Get your tape measure out
 
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Old Jun 6, 2004 | 11:02 PM
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just measure the widthe of the springs and count the number of leaves if you want the same ride get the same number more weight capacity more springs softer ride less springs.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2004 | 12:09 AM
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