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Jul 2, 2004 | 11:04 PM

1978fordf250351m

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Lifting front end

im all full of questions, either that or b.s.

i would like to level out my 78 f250 4X2 camper special, what the easiest and cheapest way to raise the front about two inches

thanks alot

Jul 2, 2004 | 11:21 PM

olfordsnstone

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2" suspension blocks between the front axle housing and springs

Jul 3, 2004 | 12:10 AM

Torque1st

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If you raise the suspension it will throw the alignment way off. Check with an alignment shop to see if the can align your truck after those modifications.

Jul 3, 2004 | 08:08 AM

76supercab2

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Why is the truck so far out of level? Have you modified the rear? If not then the coil springs on the front may have sagged. After all, they are 26 years old. Try a new stock set. However, you may need to have the front end realigned after.

Jul 3, 2004 | 04:17 PM

Mil1ion

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I agree ......it's cheaper & Better to replace the springs

Jul 5, 2004 | 08:18 AM

754x4fordman

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very where i've read in magazines and books say not to put a set of blocks on the front because of all the twisting...etc the front takes compared to the rear. i leveled mine the same way with a 3 inch block welded to the axle mount, just make sure you replace the u-bolts, never re-use them because what happenes when you loosten a rusty nut? it gets pretty weak, and you'll probley snap the nut off anyway so make sure you get a new set, they cost about 10-15 bucks for 2.

Jul 6, 2004 | 11:47 PM

Brian460

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The blocks would not work anyways since it has coil springs.

I agree with dennis and the others replace the springs with new they are probaly worn out.

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Jul 7, 2004 | 07:04 AM

754x4fordman

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yes the blocks will work and i didnt mean u-bolts/ sorry for the missunderstanding... you dont put the blocks under the springs you put them above, thats what i did to my fathers years ago and mine just recently because of the snowplow weight. you may also try airbags... they work well and i have installed a set for a friend. he bought them at advance auto for 120.00 and didnt buy the compressor or lines just the bags and mounts, the i formed airline a put a tee between the 2. instant good handleing and fully adjustable front ride up to 4 inches.