I am considering a F250 CCSB with the 6.2 engine and had planned on getting the snowplow package with the intention of adding a front bumper and winch to the truck. I do not have any plans to use the truck for plowing but thought the package would be a good addition to help support the extra weight up front. Unfortunately it seems difficult to find trucks with the snow plow package and other features I am looking for. For those of with the F250s and aftermarket front bumpers did you change the front springs or purchase the truck with the heavier duty front springs. I prefer to keep my trucks stock as much as possible so I do not really want to go crazy with a complete aftermarket suspension. Also, most of the F250s around here are the 3.73 rear differential, any experience on how those gears will do running 285/75R18 sized tires?
F250 front springs
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IdaSHO
IDACAMPER
I wouldn't worry about the front springs until its an issue.
It might not bother the truck too much at all. Just have to try.
I feel like mine (non-snow plow package) is sprung heavier in the front then the rear.
Im not certain the diesels run a higher spring rate either, and with the gasser being so much lighter, seems like we have plenty of room for adding weight.
Im running that 35's on my 6.2 with the tall gears, and honestly dont think the truck even noticed much of a difference over stock.
Biggest difference is felt at highway speeds, and when towing/hauling the truck simply doesnt use 6th gear as often.
With the 35's though, if you are planning on winter trips and like the room for running chains, you will need at minimum a leveling kit.
I added 1-1/2" leveling blocks to mine. Gave me the clearance I wanted for chains, and looks loads better with the big ARB
It might not bother the truck too much at all. Just have to try.
I feel like mine (non-snow plow package) is sprung heavier in the front then the rear.
Im not certain the diesels run a higher spring rate either, and with the gasser being so much lighter, seems like we have plenty of room for adding weight.
Im running that 35's on my 6.2 with the tall gears, and honestly dont think the truck even noticed much of a difference over stock.
Biggest difference is felt at highway speeds, and when towing/hauling the truck simply doesnt use 6th gear as often.
With the 35's though, if you are planning on winter trips and like the room for running chains, you will need at minimum a leveling kit.
I added 1-1/2" leveling blocks to mine. Gave me the clearance I wanted for chains, and looks loads better with the big ARB
TexasSixSeven
Observer
The new trucks have considerably more clearance than the previous trucks. Quite a few 250s around here running around with bumpers and no issues. I’m running a 17’ 350 SRW with heavy bumper and no issues.
garretblack
Member
I would specifically not want the snow springs unless you are running with significant extra weight on the front. Even with some extra weight on the non-snow springs would probably be a much better ride and some aftermarket bumpers aren't that heavy so really depends on what bumper you're getting. I have them and they are definitely stiff so i'm looking at swapping them out when I get a kit.