How to sit level
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Thought I would add f150 springs. The 250 springs have a much higher spring rate. kinda makes me thing I would like an aftermarket spring better...
Spring # CC824
Inside Diameter 4.000
Bar Diameter 0.718
Install Height 13.00
Load rate (lbs) 1442
Spring Rate (Lbs/in.) 366
Free Height 16.94
End Type pigtail ends
Spring # CC822
Inside Diameter 4.000
Bar Diameter 0.718
Install Height 13.00
Load rate (lbs) 1230
Spring Rate (Lbs/in.) 366
Free Height 16.38
End Type pigtail ends
Spring # CC820
Inside Diameter 4.000
Bar Diameter 0.718
Install Height 12.13
Load rate (lbs) 1428
Spring Rate (Lbs/in.) 366
Free Height 16.19
End Type pigtail ends
Spring # CC818
Inside Diameter 4.000
Bar Diameter 0.703
Install Height 12.13
Load rate (lbs) 1258
Spring Rate (Lbs/in.) 337
Free Height 15.75
End Type pigtail ends
Spring # CC824
Inside Diameter 4.000
Bar Diameter 0.718
Install Height 13.00
Load rate (lbs) 1442
Spring Rate (Lbs/in.) 366
Free Height 16.94
End Type pigtail ends
Spring # CC822
Inside Diameter 4.000
Bar Diameter 0.718
Install Height 13.00
Load rate (lbs) 1230
Spring Rate (Lbs/in.) 366
Free Height 16.38
End Type pigtail ends
Spring # CC820
Inside Diameter 4.000
Bar Diameter 0.718
Install Height 12.13
Load rate (lbs) 1428
Spring Rate (Lbs/in.) 366
Free Height 16.19
End Type pigtail ends
Spring # CC818
Inside Diameter 4.000
Bar Diameter 0.703
Install Height 12.13
Load rate (lbs) 1258
Spring Rate (Lbs/in.) 337
Free Height 15.75
End Type pigtail ends
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1980-1996 Ford F-150 Front Coil Springs - Moog OE comparable
Are these the softer riding of the two springs? and how many inches will you get from the moogs?
Are these the softer riding of the two springs? and how many inches will you get from the moogs?
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You are looking at a moog 820, that is a stock f150 spring. It is actually one of the lower riding stock options.
What's interesting is that the 844's actually have the same specified ride height, they just don't compress under the weight of the truck as much as the 822's and 824's that the f150's use.
What's interesting is that the 844's actually have the same specified ride height, they just don't compress under the weight of the truck as much as the 822's and 824's that the f150's use.
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Anyone know if this will work, it seems like it would be perfect if you could squeeze them in there. They are stronger than the stock springs and ride 2 inches higher, bet they are very long when uncompressed, so it might be hard to get them in place originally. These would be perfect.
MOOG-CC828 Front Variable Rate Coil Springs Made By MOOG
Spring # CC828
Inside Diameter 4.000
Bar Diameter 0.765
Install Height 15.00
Load rate (lbs) 1650
Spring Rate (Lbs/in.) 420
Free Height 18.88
End Type pigtail ends
MOOG-CC828 Front Variable Rate Coil Springs Made By MOOG
Spring # CC828
Inside Diameter 4.000
Bar Diameter 0.765
Install Height 15.00
Load rate (lbs) 1650
Spring Rate (Lbs/in.) 420
Free Height 18.88
End Type pigtail ends
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I don't think there is a perfect answer to this question. If you want a firm ride, get the f250 springs. If you want it closer to stock, get aftermarket lift springs like these ones that you posted (Coil Springs Miscellaneous - Ford 1980-96 F150/Bronco 4wd - Front 2" lift (over stock height) coil springs (pair)). I really want to try the moog cc828 springs to see if they fit. I just hope that if they don't, I can return them.
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I don't think there is a perfect answer to this question. If you want a firm ride, get the f250 springs. If you want it closer to stock, get aftermarket lift springs like these ones that you posted (Coil Springs Miscellaneous - Ford 1980-96 F150/Bronco 4wd - Front 2" lift (over stock height) coil springs (pair)). I really want to try the moog cc828 springs to see if they fit. I just hope that if they don't, I can return them.
ya them moog's would be sweet. I want these springs i think im gonna buy them .
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well i did it, i bought them tuff country springs . You think i should have them put in or do it myself?
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The hardest part is getting the nut off of the little retainer at the bottom of the spring. I just used a ratchet/socket & long extension from the top.
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If you have the right tools. They are very easy to install on your own. I had to take my springs out to get my washer lift in on my last truck. It's a matter of jacking the truck up so that it's supported by the frame. Then removing the springs with a couple bolts.
The hardest part is getting the nut off of the little retainer at the bottom of the spring. I just used a ratchet/socket & long extension from the top.
The hardest part is getting the nut off of the little retainer at the bottom of the spring. I just used a ratchet/socket & long extension from the top.
I found the nut at the bottom to be easier than the nuts and bolt holding the bottom of the shocks. The Haynes manual will tell you to disconnect the sway bar, but don't bother. Spray the bolt holding the upper retaining clip with penetrating oil if you live anywhere other than southern California, same with almost all the other hardware you'll be messing with. Had to cut that bolt off on my parts truck.
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If you have the right tools. They are very easy to install on your own. I had to take my springs out to get my washer lift in on my last truck. It's a matter of jacking the truck up so that it's supported by the frame. Then removing the springs with a couple bolts.
The hardest part is getting the nut off of the little retainer at the bottom of the spring. I just used a ratchet/socket & long extension from the top.
The hardest part is getting the nut off of the little retainer at the bottom of the spring. I just used a ratchet/socket & long extension from the top.
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Ford Add-A-Leaf Spring Kit 1972-2008 -- Fat Bob's Garage Online Store
for the rear what ya guys think
for the rear what ya guys think