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Jan 12, 2006 | 12:03 PM

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ramboss429

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Ya I figured what I saved over buying the skyjackers could be put to various other things on the truck. I'll take the truck out an flog it some today. I'll give you an updated report on how I like those front springs.

Jan 12, 2006 | 01:21 PM

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Awesome...you need to get some pics of it flexed. How much did your steering change due to the offset springs?

Jan 12, 2006 | 07:01 PM

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have you received your custom bumpers yet? im also looking into making some bumpers...especially an extreme heavy duty front bumper with light possibilities...i am interested in what you have came up with.
chris

Jan 13, 2006 | 12:38 AM

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Bumpers are still at my buddies place waitin to be laser cut, he is kinda back logged at the moment, should have them in the next few days. They're nothing special. 2x6" rectangular tubing, 11 gauge, angle cut to each end starting 24" from each corner down to 3". With dual receivers 18" center on center for mounting winch/extraction points.

Jan 13, 2006 | 05:54 PM

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Well, I got the box put on this afternoon to test for tire rubbage/etc. Box doesn't need any cutting to clear the tires at full flex. However, it appears that my front is sitting roughly 2-3" higher than the rear right now. Going to leave it for a few days and then if those new front leaves don't settle I will throw a block in the rear. Anyone have a 2-21/2" block they don't need? Only block I have is a 3" one.

Jan 13, 2006 | 06:56 PM

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I do. You can see the pics from this thread:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/s...d.php?t=447896
I want to keep the stock ones, but you are welcome to the ranchos. They are 2.5" tapered, and 2.5" wide, so they will work with narrow springs. Just let me know.