What is the benefit of shot-peening the steel in these leaf springs?

Shot-peening compresses the surface of the steel with high-velocity pellets. This process increases the tensile strength of the spring, allowing for greater wheel travel and a better ride quality without sacrificing the spring's durability.

How do the bolt-style spring clips differ from other designs?

Bolt-style spring clips, used on these Skyjacker springs, eliminate friction between the clip and the spring leaves. This is an improvement over cinch-style clips, which can bend tightly over the leaves, causing binding and friction that can affect ride quality and spring life.

What is the lift height difference between diesel and gas models?

This Skyjacker leaf spring kit is designed to provide a 6-inch lift for diesel engine models and an 8-inch lift for gas engine models on compatible Ford trucks and SUVs.

2000-2005 Ford Excursion Leaf Springs | Skyjacker F965

Name: Skyjacker 6"DIESEL 8"GAS 99-04 SUPERD
Brand: Skyjacker
SKU: skyjacker-skyjacker-6-diesel-8-gas-99-04-superd-t14-224404G
Price: 839.40 USD
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Skyjacker 6"DIESEL 8"GAS 99-04 SUPERD

$839.40

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Fits 2000-2005 Ford Excursion. Skyjacker leaf springs built with American steel and shot-peened for improved tensile strength and ride quality.

Key Features

Fits 2000-2005 Ford Excursion, 1999-2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty, 1999 Ford F-250, and 1999-2004 Ford F-350 Super Duty.
Constructed from American steel for a well-built foundation.
Shot-peened with hard steel pellets to increase the tensile strength of the spring steel.
Bolt-style spring clips are used to eliminate friction, unlike cinch-style clips that can cause binding.
Tapered leaf ends distribute loads more evenly, reducing friction and improving flex.
Provides a 6-inch lift for diesel models and an 8-inch lift for gas models.

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Product Details

Starting with American steel, Skyjacker's Softride leaf springs are treated with a high-velocity shot-peening process. This compresses the steel's surface, significantly increasing its tensile strength. This step is crucial because it allows for maximum wheel travel and a better ride without compromising the spring's lifespan. Without it, you'd have to choose between durability and a comfortable ride.

Beyond the material treatment, the design of these springs also sets them apart. They use bolt-style spring clips, which means there's no friction between the clips and the spring leaves. This is a notable improvement over cinch-style clips, which can bend tightly and cause binding. Furthermore, Skyjacker's Softride springs taper over their entire length, creating more flex at the ends. This design distributes loads more evenly across a larger area, reducing the chance of one leaf digging into the one above it, which contributes to a smoother ride and better load handling.

This particular kit is designed to provide a 6-inch lift for diesel models and an 8-inch lift for gas models on your 1999-2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty, 1999 Ford F-250, 1999-2004 Ford F-350 Super Duty, and 2000-2005 Ford Excursion. When installing, refer to the manufacturer's instructions for the most accurate procedure and any additional hardware that may be required.