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My buddy has a 1997 F350 4 door that he is swapping axles/suspension to acquire 4.10 gears. His parts truck is a single cab.
Can I take his original F350 axles/suspension and swap them on my 1987 F150 supercab? The rear seems straight forward, but looks like I might need a kit like this for the front?
I read somewhere the F350 front spring perches will locate in the same spot on the F150 frame but will need to drill holes and fit around the cab mount.
What’s the deal with the speed sensor on the rear end? Will I have any issues or loose my speedometer swapping axles with the 1997?
I also need opinions on the front & rear driveshafts. Will anything need to be modified or will I need to source new shafts?
Any input or previous experience would be appreciated. Thanks!
Can I take his original F350 axles/suspension and swap them on my 1987 F150 supercab? The rear seems straight forward, but looks like I might need a kit like this for the front?
80-96 Ford F-150/Bronco 4x4 SAS Kit
Description DIY Leaf Spring Solid axle conversion for the 80-96 era Ford F-150 and Bronco coil sprung TTB (Twin Traction Beam) 4x4 trucks. Kit is weld on, requires knowledge of suspension design and fabrication/welding skills. Now available in both 2" and 4". (Based off a stock height F-350 4x4)...
www.skysoffroaddesign.com
I read somewhere the F350 front spring perches will locate in the same spot on the F150 frame but will need to drill holes and fit around the cab mount.
What’s the deal with the speed sensor on the rear end? Will I have any issues or loose my speedometer swapping axles with the 1997?
I also need opinions on the front & rear driveshafts. Will anything need to be modified or will I need to source new shafts?
Any input or previous experience would be appreciated. Thanks!
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