F-150---->Ranger Leafs

[Ranger97XL]

There are a couple of posts about this but a ton of oppinoins. Is this a true bolt-on or is there some fabrication needed? I have a 1997 ranger 2wd, and my dad is pulling a motor out of an early 90s F-150. I tend to hual around some pretty heavy loads at times, sometime giving me only an inch between the tire and fender. So I definatly want a stiffer leaf. That being said Some people were saying to expect a 2.5-3 inch lift, if i'm going to do this what is the cheapest way to bring up the front end I don't really want the raked hot rod look. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Ranger97XL]

hate to double post but i just noticed the tech article on front springs from an F-150 on a bronco, would it be the same on my ranger?