1000lbs isn't really that much and you've got a V8... Aside from the physical size of the truck it's pretty much a half ton, really.
The springs are closer together and it does have a lift kit too.
I am hoping the lift kit isn't going to be a buzzkill for this thing.
It was VERY polite in my F-150. Set the cruise to 73 and for the most part it didn't really care. I did get a weird light wiggle in the back approaching semi trucks from dead astern, I learned to get over to pass them earlier than normal and then it was smooth sailing. And it doesn't have a rear sway bar either.
I'm sure this goes without saying but make sure your bed bolts are in good shape. It's a little unnerving to see your bed and camper move as your frame flexes when you go over bumps and that style of tie downs allows that to happen... my old F250 had inches of movement there, the Super Duty is a lot better. Always felt like the bed was going to rip off and the whole mess would tip sideways.
Bolts were new in '06 when we did the body lift. I couldn't see anything moving in the mirrors... and all I can see in the mirrors is camper lol.
These mounts are a temporary thing too.
very nice! I think you can get a aftermarket sway bar though jegs or summit still. I got one a few years back for my ‘93 and kept it when I sold the truck. I have it on the ranger trailer now, its thicker than the stock one was, I think 5/8”. Id have to go put a wrench on it to be sure.
Stock first gen is 3/4", sometime after that they went to 5/8". 2wd BII's had 1". Aftermarkets vary, I did a quick look last night and bumped into a 1-1/4".
I have a 5/8" for now. Hopefully doing a JY run so I can get the axle clamps soon.
Hmmm... those front clearance lights worked last time I had it in the truck.
Famous sellers last words.
I am not that concerned about the running lights, should be an easy fix.