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Old May 3, 2009 | 03:01 PM
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Plow prep package

Hi,
New to this site but not to Ford.
Have a question I hope someone can answer.

I'm looking at a 2005 F250 4x4.
Will do some snow plowing with it. The one I'm looking at doesn't have the plow prep package. Does have the tow package.
What does the plow prep packaage consist of.
What would I need to plow with this truck. Or should I look for one that is prepped for plowing.
Thanks
 
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Old May 3, 2009 | 03:28 PM
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Heaver longer front springs is all i can see on mine...sets about 2 1/2"- 3" higher in front compaired to non-plow package.
 
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Old May 3, 2009 | 04:56 PM
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Plow package usually upgrades front springs to 5600# or mostly 6000# springs. I think it also adds an auxiliary spring to the rear, larger alternator and well someone else can chime in for what I'm leaving off.

Good luck!!
 
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SNOW PLOW PREP PACKAGE (86M)
Availability:
• Requires 4x4
• Not available with 674 Heavy Service Suspension Package or
539 Heavy Service Pkg. for Pickup Box Delete
Includes:
• Computer selected springs for snowplow application.
• 140-amp alternator with the 6.0L diesel engine
NOTE 1: Restrictions apply; see Supplemental Reference or
Body Builders Layout Book for details.

http://www.sunrisefordfleet.com/pdf_...er%20Guide.pdf
 
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Old May 4, 2009 | 10:40 AM
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I have it on mine, heavier springs in the front and heavy duty alternator.
 
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Old May 4, 2009 | 11:23 AM
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I think it has a different fan clutch as well.
 
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