Rear leaf springs

1999 FORD RANGER
235,000 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • RWD • AUTOMATIC
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PHILLIP GOULDING
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Three leaf or four what is the difference in height? How can I tell if it is time to replace them?
May 23, 2016 at 3:45 PM
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Three or four leafs can be the same height. It has more to do with load carrying capacity. the four leaf may be higher, but it depends on the type of spring more than anything.
May 24, 2016 at 6:35 AM
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HMAC300
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is your vehicle really low? Are the springs more straight than bent? Has the truck been used for over capacity all the time?
May 24, 2016 at 6:36 AM
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