Overview
The Tuff Country Coil Springs (part number 24861) are front coil springs for the 1991–1994 Ford Explorer. Tuff Country says they replace existing lifted coil spring spacers or coil springs.
The springs are designed for a smooth ride and durability in off-road use, and they carry a lifetime warranty.
Key features
- Replaces lifted coil spring spacers or existing coil springs
- Smooth ride, per Tuff Country
- Durable for off-road use, per Tuff Country
- Front position
- Lifetime warranty
Spring and spacer swaps
Coil springs set the ride height and carry the weight of the front end, so replacing a lifted spacer with a proper spring changes how the truck sits and rides. Compare the old spacer’s rise with the new spring’s height before assembly to avoid surprises at the wheels.
Front springs wear over time. Look for sagging at one corner, cracked coils, worn spring pads and rubber isolators that have split. Uneven ride height from side to side usually calls for a closer look at both springs and the upper mounts. Old spacers can also hide worn components, so inspect the spring seats for rust.
Shocks, bump stops and the sway bar links are often inspected at the same time, since a new spring rate changes how they work. After installation, check the front alignment and retighten the spring seat hardware once the first drives are done.
- Spring seat and isolator condition
- Shock and bump stop wear
- Sway bar link play
- Front alignment after the swap
Specifications
| Brand | Tuff Country |
|---|---|
| Part number | T/C24861 |
| Position | Front |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
| Fitment type | Direct fit |
Vehicle fitment
It fits the 1991–1994 Ford Explorer in Eddie Bauer, Limited, XL and XLT models, and the 1991–1994 Ford Explorer Sport.
The 1995 and newer Explorer and the other Ford SUVs are not on this list. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Replacing a lifted spacer with a coil spring changes the front ride height, so check the front alignment after installation.
What’s included
The front coil spring. Compare the contents with your installation plan before starting.
