Leaf spring interchange

[EVOrider]

I have been looking at replacing the original leaf springs on my 1983 Ranger. My friend has a brandnew set that he originally bought for his 1987...but he wrecked it before he got to install them. I can get the 1987 leaf springs really cheap....

However, according to http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/leaf-springs/truck-suv/ford/ranger?gclid=CL34uu2_kbsCFSHNOgodHWQAIA. They say won't fit....

Ones he bought are Model:43-781HD

So....what makes the 1983-1985 so unique here...

Thanks

 

[Mac]

Evidently was only one spring rating for those years. 86-2003 had many different ratings. The ones your buddy has will work and give you a much higher spring rating.
Dave