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Old Jan 23, 2008 | 06:34 PM
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Whats the difference in strength of the overall frames from a F150-250-350?

Reason I ask is I was thinkink on putting a solid front axle in my 1995 4x4, along with leaf springs for a lift kit from a F250.
 
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The 3/4 ton and 1 ton frames are the same, strength wise. Both are considerably stronger than a 1/2 ton frame.

There's a ton of information out there (check out the fsb forum) on converting to a leaf-sprung solid axle. You have to do some welding to mount the front spring hangers though. It can definitely be done.
 
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