Front Springs
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Front Springs
I am still restoring my 1969 F100 short wheelbase, step side, pickup. The truck originally had a V-8, 360, I think, engine. I replaced it with a 300. In reading the parts book, I found that there is a difference in the coil springs for a V8 and a 6 cylinder. Does anyone think that the weight difference in these engines woud significantly change the caster. Before the restoration was begun I drove the truck and did not notice any particular problem with the steering. I would just like to have a truck that handles as good as possible.
Will apprecite any input.
Will apprecite any input.
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actually with the age of thetruck and considering there's not a great difference in weight between the 300 and the 360 the springs for the v8 have probably sagged a little over time and the slightly lighter 300 will probably be enough to sit about right. its probably close to what it sat like origionaly. just keep an eye on tire wear.
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