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Thanks, I've done some searching and it looks like the newer Rangers have larger bolts for the front spring mount and guys are saying for the Skyjacker springs you can swap to a smaller bolt.
V8 Level II wrote:
Photo shows the size change for the bolt in the forward leaf spring hanger. Bottom bolt is 14mm 2003; top bolt is 16mm 2004.
Since I do not know what year your truck is, I can't say one way or the other... BUT If you have a Ranger '04 or newer then you need to do some searching for a spring bushing that has both the OD of the SJ Springs and the ID of "04 Bolt !
The idea is out there... yes, but if you contact a Poly Bushing company and explain what it up with the sizes they may have a bushing that will work or close to working that can be modified.
If I were using the larger diameter bolts then I would think about replacing the SJ Bushings or re-sleeving the bushing, you have to have a sleeve and if possible with a grease fitting.
The Shackle Lift is something to consider for the short term, but like blocks there can be problems with the less expensive kits.
Just talking, hope you find an answer not only for you but there a lot of questions about the SkyJacker Spring and the Bolt differences and how to get them to fit the larger bolts. You may find the answer for a lot of Truck owners.
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2003 EDGE, Std Cab, Steppie, E4 Red, 5sp, 4x
5" SuperLift, 33" x 12.50 x 15"
Hurst Shifter
Mod'd Backrack to fit Steppie
Front and Rear Bumpers by Custom 4x4 Fabrication, OK; now Mike's Welding and Fabrication.
Working on more Mods, just need more time, longer days would work !