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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 11:02 PM
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leafs

are leafs on a Lightning and a regular f-150 the same? Just different rating?

Trying to order lowered leafs online but the company dosnt list for Lightning just f-150, is there a difference?

I contacted the place but havent heard back yet
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 11:22 PM
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any one help me out?
 
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Old Dec 8, 2004 | 12:00 AM
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They are different. The SVT springs are stamped with "SVT" and they have a lower ride height and spring rate than the standard springs.
 
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Old Dec 8, 2004 | 12:04 AM
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Standard F-150 leafs will fit, BUT... they are a different spring rate.

Try the search button, there are numerous posts on suspension.

On the 04L some have been just removing one of the leafs from the bundle.

Your best bet would be Hotchkiss or Rouch (SP?) springs. Either of these will lower the rear of your 04L to an almost level stance and much improve the handling. You will need the appropriate shocks to go with these leaf springs also. Avoid the Rouch if you carry loads or tow frequently.


Good Luck
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Old Dec 8, 2004 | 12:37 AM
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so these will fit'? Ive done many searches on this and have come up short of what im wondering, there have been a number of good people on here helping me out along the way!

I can get a really good deal on these wprings so as long as they will bolt on i will go from there!

I have removed leafs, dont want to go that route anymore!

i can get these leafs for 155.00 brand new
 
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Old Dec 8, 2004 | 12:38 AM
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im not really worried about the rate since im not towing
 
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