What would you use?

[GSB Ice Man]

I purchased a 3/4 ton ford f250 about a month ago. With even a small load, the back end is sagging bad.

I have heard some people use blocks or air bags to help with this problem. Any info or recomendations would help, also not looking to spend a lot of money, since it is a back up truck to my one ton that doesn't have this issue.

Thanks

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[Macgyver55]

First, make sure there are no broken leafs in the springs. If they are not broken, adding a leaf will help with supporting the load, but give a stiffer ride also. Blocks will do nothing but raise the height of the truck.

I've installed air bag systems with good results. You can adjust them to level the truck based on the size of the load, and decrease pressure to preserve ride quality when not carrying a load.

[Tyler23]

makes me think something is broke. a f-250 shouldnt sag down in the back with a small load

[deadeye]

2+

First, make sure there are no broken leafs in the springs.

It sounds like something is broken or worn out. If it always had a massive payload or trailer behind it there is a good chance you got bad springs.

I would also just check into getting new springs. Sometimes its cheaper to just get new springs (Husky Spring comes to mind) than it is to mess around with add ons.

That being said I have done airbags before and they work good and are pretty easy to install. If none of the above work out then give them a shot.

[shizzy]

X3

I wouldnt waste any money on bags or helper springs until you figure out what the real issue is.

price out a new set of springs and you may find its only a few bucks more that bags or a set of load leveling shocks.

[Valv]

Go to any junkyard, get 1 ton springs and replace yours.

[Tom7227]

In my experience replacing a spring darn near requires access to a torch. The bolts are rusted and it is about impossible to get them off, at least it was with my 42 Plmouth back in 68.

[Scott K]

A torch is very nice to have when doing them, and an impact.

[GSB Ice Man]

Thanks for the input guys, I think I will start with replacing the existing springs first. If I need more, I will look into the air bags.

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