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Old Dec 9, 2019 | 02:13 PM
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I have tried searching but have not found a definitive answer. Are all front axles the same on 2019 F 150's? I realize there are 8 or 9 different springs but are the axles themselves the same? Thanks, Bill C
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I have tried searching but have not found a definitive answer. Are all front axles the same on 2019 F 150's? I realize there are 8 or 9 different springs but are the axles themselves the same? Thanks, Bill C
When you say axle what exactly are you referring to? The days of a singular solid axle under a half ton are long gone. These trucks are independent front suspension with coil overs and if 4x4 have a frame mounted differential that sends power out to the wheels through independent CV axle shafts. To my knowledge the center section or differential housings are 8.8 ring gear.
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Old Dec 9, 2019 | 07:39 PM
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The only specs for the front axle I could find listed the minimum for the reg cab is 3225 lbs and Super cab/crew is 3450 lbs. The spring capacities range from 3000 lbs to 3900 lbs. Trying to determine if the only differences are the springs or if the other components are different (heavier duty) as well. Hope this makes it clearer. Bill C
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The only specs for the front axle I could find listed the minimum for the reg cab is 3225 lbs and Super cab/crew is 3450 lbs. The spring capacities range from 3000 lbs to 3900 lbs. Trying to determine if the only differences are the springs or if the other components are different (heavier duty) as well. Hope this makes it clearer. Bill C

Oh I understand now. To my knowledge there is no difference other than spring rate.
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Thanks kozal01.
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