IFS or strait axle?
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IFS or strait axle?
I have IFS on my F-250 HD. What are some of the advantages and disadvantages to IFS and Strait axle? Should I consider a swap? Please help
Thanks...Tom
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1997 Ford F-250 Heavy Duty 4x4 V-8 460ci. 5-speed. 3.55 limited slip.K&N Filter, Flowmaster Dual exhaust,Big-O 285 75r16' XT,
future mods: 4.11 gears with arb air lockers, rancho rs-9000 shocks w/remote, superchip, 4" lift, new tires and wheels, jacobs ignition system,warn9000 winch in bumper w/brush gaurd, centerforce heavy duty clutch......
Thanks...Tom
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1997 Ford F-250 Heavy Duty 4x4 V-8 460ci. 5-speed. 3.55 limited slip.K&N Filter, Flowmaster Dual exhaust,Big-O 285 75r16' XT,
future mods: 4.11 gears with arb air lockers, rancho rs-9000 shocks w/remote, superchip, 4" lift, new tires and wheels, jacobs ignition system,warn9000 winch in bumper w/brush gaurd, centerforce heavy duty clutch......
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Hi 4x4Landscaper! I guess the IFS system will give you a nicer ride/control than a solid axle, the diff sits higher so you get better clearence. But a solid axle setup would be cheaper to lift and is tougher than an IFS system IMO. But for the money and time you would spend installing a solid axle, I would put a suspension lift on the IFS and get skid plates. The IFS diff is a 8.8 incher and I think you can get a ARB locker for it!
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