Should 1996 Ford F-250 Overload Springs Be Removed for Air Lift Air Bag Installation
Published 11/23/2023
Question:
Ahoy…Installing Air Lift 5000…1996 F250…Buddy who has a black belt in auto wrecking recommend removing overload spring entirely…Will this action would this create…MASTER.
asked by: Randall N
Expert Reply:
Installing the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs, like part # AL57298, on your 1996 Ford F-250 doesn't require the removal of your overload springs unless the air bag kit produces a harsher ride quality. Since this step is labeled as an "if-then" step it wouldn't be a bad thing to just remove the spring entirely right from the start - just note in the instructions how it mentions naturally running the air bags at higher psi ratings as a result of this.
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Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle
- Vehicle Suspension
- Towing/Load Leveling
- Air Springs
- Suspension Only
- Heavy Duty
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Air Lift
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