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Old May 28, 2016 | 05:00 PM
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My middle leaf on the drivers side broke for no apparent reason. I have an 07 with a 5'6" box and 3 leafs. I read that stock springs out of an F250 HD (pre-1999) are 3" wide and should fit. My truck squats about 2" (higher in the front) I would like it back level or with even maybe a little rake. Would these springs give me what I want.
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Old May 29, 2016 | 08:46 AM
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i doubt you would be happy with the ride if they even fit.. i would get a replacement set from dever or atlas..
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Old May 29, 2016 | 10:44 AM
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Originally Posted by techrep
i doubt you would be happy with the ride if they even fit.. i would get a replacement set from dever or atlas..
X2. They might work but you'll destroy your ride quality. Replace them with factory springs and add a bigger block while you're back there.
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Old May 29, 2016 | 03:12 PM
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X2. They might work but you'll destroy your ride quality. Replace them with factory springs and add a bigger block while you're back there.
I was just curious as I know someone who used them off an old bronco. Anyway, does anyone know the stock height of the front end from the middle of the hub to the tallest part of the wheel well. Trying to figure if my current springs are just worn, and that's why it's squats, or do I need new springs with an add a leaf.
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Old Jun 3, 2016 | 10:59 AM
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mine broke on one side and was cracked on the other side. got a local shop to take the pack apart and get a new leaf bent/installed.

Try any big rig / spring shop, they keep spring stock and cut/bend/arch as install it back
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Old Jun 3, 2016 | 01:30 PM
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Should replace complete sets on both sides.
1 broke, more will most likely follow as they are fatigued.
To replace one side or one leaf will leave the truck lopsided due to the old and new combination of leafs.
There should be a spring supply shop somewhere near you. They will normally have the correct parts and better prices.
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