componet question...what is it...pic linked
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componet question...what is it...pic linked
The 2 links below go to a pic of a rod that is on the frame rail close to my back shock on an 86 f150 4X4. There is 1 rod & bracket on each side of the truck. I have looked through suspension breakdowns & cannot find out where they are sussposed to go. Any help is appericated.
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Mike
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y269/Mikeflorida/bracket2.jpg
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y269/Mikeflorida/bracket1.jpg
Thanks,
Mike
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y269/Mikeflorida/bracket2.jpg
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y269/Mikeflorida/bracket1.jpg
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Yeah there is one on each side of the truck & both exhaust pipes run along the passenger side. Probally 1 1/2 inches of threads on the end of the rod. kinda looks like an old end to a shock, but I do not see any where for a shock to hook up. Thanks for the reply.
Mike
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i believe those are the connecting rods to a rear axle stabilizer bar. the bar bolts to the rear ax;e with u bolts and the ends hook to these rods, giving your rear axle better stability.
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I agree, it does look like the rear sway bar brackets. Here's a picture of the system.
http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/fd/0111.asp
Do you have dual front shocks? You may have the tow package.
http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/fd/0111.asp
Do you have dual front shocks? You may have the tow package.
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Yes it has Dual front shocks. The pic you posted looks like it could be the part thats missing. I will have to start scouring the junk yards again. It is also 4X4. Thanks for the replys Mike & Dave.
Mike
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looks like the typical tracbar type setup for a rear axle... if you do towing i'd suggest hookin it all back up for less wear and tear on the axle/suspension and drivetrain
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It looks like 1980 thru 1996 f150's had the same type linkage, so "Maybe" I will get lucky & find one at my local junk yard. I surely don't want to spend the price of a new one. Thanks for the reply.
Mike
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