Suspension System for a 2012 F-150 Crew Cab 6 Foot Bed and Tool Box with 700 Lbs Tools

Updated 01/08/2013 | Published 01/05/2013

Question:

I have a handyman business and have about 700# in the box, a Fiberglas topper, I installed timbren blocks in the rear end wich was suggested by the ford dealer when I purchased the truck. The timbrens are in contact all the time wich stops staging but the back end of the pickup bounces when I hit long bumps on the road, bridgesetc. Will the helper springs help this? Im not really concerned about a little rougher ride.

asked by: Trent M

Expert Reply:

The Super Springs additional leaf springs, # SSA28, would be the best option to add support and sway control to your existing OEM suspension, since you have a constant 700 lb load on your truck. This system will also help decrease the bouncing that you are getting when the vehicle suspension is temporarily unloaded because of a large bump or pothole. There would be no reason that you would have to remove the Timbren springs and they will be there for additional support at times when you have to load the truck more heavily for a short period of time.

You can customize the level of support to your particular cargo weight and vehicle suspension by varying which holes you use in the Super Spring shackle brackets, see instructions.

I attached an installation video that shows the installation of a similar kit on a Ford F-350 which should be helpful.

expert reply by: Robert G