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I've had my 96' F150 XL for 3 years now and no complaints. Last year I had to replace a rear leaf spring bracket drivers side. Today I have to replace the other side. Had to replace some brake lines and front hoses. The shock/spring towers look pretty bad. What gives with the rust on the towers? I can understand the rear spring brackets.. road salt clinging to them.. is it the same with the towers.. tough spots for the salt to wash off? Or was this truck a shore truck or some parts didn't hold up to well to salt?
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