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Old Oct 11, 2009 | 06:11 PM
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So I have a 2001 Ford F150 Triton 4.6L V8 completely stock. I’m going to install about 600lbs. of truck boxes and drawers in the bed. I’m concerned about the stock suspension since I already ride very low in the rear with heavy loads and now I’m adding 600lb on top of that.

Any ideas that won’t cost a fortune?
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Old Oct 11, 2009 | 06:13 PM
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Add-a-leaf or load springs.
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Old Oct 11, 2009 | 06:21 PM
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http://www.jcwhitney.com/jcwhitney/c...ustomuniversal

I would check some of these out. I heard good things about the progressive helper springs. My buddy used a 1" add-a-leaf and he said it improved his unloaded ride and load support. I hope that helps you out a little.
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Old Oct 11, 2009 | 06:34 PM
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air bags. no stiff ride.
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Old Oct 11, 2009 | 06:43 PM
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Originally Posted by big cube 426
air bags. no stiff ride.
Stiff price though. If the price doesn't bother you then air bags would be the eay to go.
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Old Oct 11, 2009 | 10:28 PM
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how about a set of air shocks? they are only about 100 bucks and you would be able to air up or down depending on the weight in the back
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Old Jan 29, 2010 | 03:02 PM
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Default Just purchased these from jc whitney i will let you know $70.00 2000lb cap.

LEAF SPRING HELPERS
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