hpdrver
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I just installed front Sumo Springs on my 2021 Ford E450 chassis. Easy installation however when I lowered the chassis after installation, the Sumo springs do not rest on the axle. There is a half inch gap between the Sumo Spring and the axle. Is this normal? Thanks
Sumo springs are the correct SSF 106-47 ordered directly from Sumo
Sent email to Sumo for clarification but have not received reply yet.
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enblethen
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Sounds like wrong springs.
Are they real Sumos? Model number of springs?
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bobndot
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Etrailer install video shows the black sumo ‘s touching .
Its a late model ford, not a 2021 but i would think they should be touching. As said, check the part number for fit.
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ron.dittmer
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Are you certain you need extra spring assist up front? Maybe your condition is like I had where the extra weight behind the rear axle lifts the front making it lighter and higher. I addressed the condition through replacing the front coil springs with lighter-duty versions to soften the ride up front along with lowering of the front suspension by 1.25".
CLICK HERE to read all about it. I included a diagram of my weight distribution and before/after pictures.
I previously installed heavy duty versions of stabilizer bars, front steering stabilizer, and shocks to improve handling. The softer front springs actually improved handling a little bit better yet. The rig is more tame since the change in front coil springs.
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