[av8or]

I have a 2000 F350 DRW. I only have the single set of springs. The truck is not new to me, but that seems to be the setup for that year. I have a buddy with a 2002 and his truck has an addition set of springs on top of his main springs. Has anybody added these? I want more load carrying capacity. When I loaded a gooseneck, for the first time today, those springs sure straightened out more than I wanted them to. I guess I could get a set of bolt on helpers. But thought I could add the springs on top and the stops to have the same ride empty, but more weight carrying capacity. Other ideas? Thanks.

 

[BIGBEAN]

get some air bags and be done, you will like them much better then more springs.

 

[pmurray]

Those overload springs could be had from the factory. My 01 had the only option for a F350 which are 525lb helpers. I put 1,050 lb overloads from an F450 on mine to help keep the load leveled. You can just buy the spring and either make the brackets or buy them from Ford.

 

[Jinco]

I installed Timbrens based on the advice of another TDS member and could not be happier. My truck always has about 1500 pounds in the bed and used to squat. With the Timbrens the squat is gone and the ride is great. The Timbrens are only in play when the truck is loaded and require zero maintenance/adjustment. They take about a half hour to install and are relatively inexpensive. They don't seem to be too popular on this forum but I sure like them.

Timbren web site

 

[strokin_early_99]

Ride rite air bags are the best thing I have found. Towing a load is awesome with this setup.

Keep Strokin'

 

[dysfunctional]

Air Bags! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggrin.gif

 

[jat99]

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get some air bags and be done, you will like them much better then more springs.

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Amen to that...love mine! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smokin.gif

 

[genesiscom]

Anyon eknow if there is a way to install airbags on an '07 F350 LWB with B&W turnover hitch?
It looks like the bracket for the hitch is in the way.

 

[rusty1161]

Check into the Firestone no drill setups. Try www.truckspring.com

Rusty

 

[av8or]

Guys, thanks for all the input. I got the airbags, Firestone. I got them from Summit Racing--cheapest price around. They were $230 plus tax. I picked them up in McDonough, Ga. Tomorrow I'll try them out. Took little over an hour to install. As usual the second one went a lot faster. I have them at 40 psi for starters. Guess I need to change my signature now.