Getting springs right after conversion
#1
Getting springs right after conversion
As stated in a previous thread, I recently got my truck back from AutoWorld in Montana where they installed a 2005 HPCR Cummins and 48RE into my 1968 F250 Highboy - but they did nothing with the front springs.
So I just got the front of my truck weighed. Driver's side 1,500 lbs, passenger side 1,300 lbs. I figure the Cummins has compressed the existing springs at least 1" lower than the gasser that was in it and the extra weight on the driver's side has compressed just that side an additonal 1/2.
I'm looking to replace the springs with one that will bring the truck back to proper ride height and level it out. Any input would be appreciated.
Peter
So I just got the front of my truck weighed. Driver's side 1,500 lbs, passenger side 1,300 lbs. I figure the Cummins has compressed the existing springs at least 1" lower than the gasser that was in it and the extra weight on the driver's side has compressed just that side an additonal 1/2.
I'm looking to replace the springs with one that will bring the truck back to proper ride height and level it out. Any input would be appreciated.
Peter
#3
Administrator
Blocks are not going to help weak/underated springs. Don't know what came on the Ford, but a decent off road shop, or a suspension shop should be able to get you better springs, or at least point you in the right direction.
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Registered User
No blocks in fron, bad idea. Might want to get a hold of a custom spring shop
http://www.deaverspring.com/
http://www.alcanspring.com/
http://www.eatonsprings.com/
I havent used any those companies but I have heard good things about all of them.
http://www.deaverspring.com/
http://www.alcanspring.com/
http://www.eatonsprings.com/
I havent used any those companies but I have heard good things about all of them.
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