86 R30 Front Coil Springs

[HDBobbers]

I have an 87 R30 (1 ton, 2wd, dually). I'm in the market to swap the front coil springs out with something taller. The rear has undergone a shackle flip (previous owner), so the front is riding a tad low. This works fine for the hauling around of **** that do, but i'd like to match out the front.

I'm having issues finding anyone that carries a taller spring specifically for an R30. Assumption is that i can search for K30/C30, but honestly, i'm still learning about this truck (yeah... long time Ford guy). If anyone can point me in the right direction so that i can get off and rolling, i'd appreciate it.

 

[tdub209]

possibly checking the dimensions of the spring in there right now and the size of the perches. then check to see if ford/dodge 3/4 or 1 ton springs would work possibly. i know older (2000ish) chevy 2wd had coils up front too maybe checking those out.


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[da_raabi]

You may find that a set of stock replacement 1 ton springs will achieve your goal. 30 years of abuse has likely squashed your OEM springs down a bit, so original replacments may do the trick. You could also switch to the F41 firm ride or F42 Heavy Duty springs, which may help a bit.

Hell, if you look on RockAuto there is a set of super duty coils by Dayton that are 1000 lbs over the HD F42 springs. They come in at 7578lbs. Honestly I have no clue how you would install them, or how you would survive the first pot hole. But they do exist.