Overview
The Tuff Country 2 inch lift leaf spring (part number T/C28280) is a single front leaf spring for Ford F-250 and F-350 trucks. It covers the 1980–1996 Ford F-250, the 1997 Ford F-250 HD and the 1980–1997 Ford F-350, with a lift height range of 0 to 4.99 inches.
The spring is tapered, snub rolled, Teflon padded and pre-set for durability and ride quality. Polyurethane bushings come with each spring.
Key features
- 2 inch lift leaf spring
- Single front spring
- Tapered design
- Snub rolled
- Teflon padded
- Pre-set
- Polyurethane bushings included
Front axle and spring setup
A leaf spring carries the front axle’s weight and controls its position, so a lifted front end depends on the spring holding its arch. Tapered leaves and a snub roll help the spring seat and reduce stress at the ends of the leaves. Pre-set springs are already fatigued to a set arch, which helps the front end settle sooner after installation.
When fitting a front spring, check the shackles, hangers and U-bolts for wear before bolting in the new part. Front shocks and sway bar links may need adjusting for the new height. Once the truck is back on the ground, get a front alignment and recheck the torque on all hardware after the first few drives.
- Check shackles and hangers for wear
- Inspect front shocks at the new height
- Schedule an alignment after installation
Specifications
| Brand | Tuff Country |
|---|---|
| Part number | T/C28280 |
| Position | Front |
| Quantity | Single spring |
| Bushings | Polyurethane included |
| Lift height range | 0 to 4.99 in |
| Construction | Tapered, snub rolled, Teflon padded, pre-set |
| Fitment | Direct fit |
Vehicle fitment
It fits the 1980–1996 Ford F-250 in the Base, Custom, Eddie Bauer, Ranger, Ranger Lariat, Ranger XLT, Special, XL, XLS, XLT and XLT Lariat trims, the 1997 Ford F-250 HD in the XL and XLT trims, and the 1980–1997 Ford F-350 in the same trim range as the F-250.
The list does not include the F-150 or any Ford model year outside 1980–1997. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
This is a single front spring, so a second spring is needed for the other side of the front axle. Confirm your lift height before ordering, since the range is 0 to 4.99 inches.
What’s included
A single front leaf spring with polyurethane bushings. Not included: a second spring for the other side of the axle.
