Dorman 43-202 front leaf spring for the 1957-1960 Ford F-250 and other vehicles holds the vehicle's weight and payload as part of the front suspension. Some catalogs list it as a leaf spring assembly; it replaces springs damaged by overloading, collision, cracking or corrosion.
- Steel leaf spring with an up-turned eye on each end
- Standard replacement grade with a load rate of 1050 pounds
- Bushings included in the box
- Axle modification not needed
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 43-202 leaf spring
- Also called: leaf spring assembly
- Fits: the 1957-1960 Ford F-250 and other vehicles
- Position: Front
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A cracked or broken leaf, heavy rust or a sagging corner can mean a spring is worn. Worn shocks, tired bushings or loose spring bolts can be behind a sagging stance or a clunk over bumps too, so find the cause before buying a spring.
Fits
This is a direct-fit leaf spring for the 1957-1960 Ford F-250 and the 1957-1960 Ford F-100. The listing is one spring for the front; the other side of that axle is normally done at the same time. These trucks take two, one on each side of the front axle.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Front
- Quantity per vehicle: 2
- Length: 22.5 in
- Leaf width: 2 in
- Pack thickness: 1.717 in
- Arch length: 4.875 in
- Load rate: 1050 pounds
- Leaf quantity: 1
Build and materials
- Material: Steel
- Grade: Standard replacement
- Ends: Up-turned eye on both ends
- Bushings: Included
- Mounting hardware: Not included
- Condition: New
In the box
One leaf spring with bushings. Mounting hardware is not included, so plan on new bolts rather than reusing the old ones.
Interchange: 43-202DAY
B7D5310A · TBAK5310A · TBAK5310C
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
B7D5310A, TBAK5310A, TBAK5310C, 43-202DAY
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right leaf spring for the 1957-1960 Ford F-100?
Yes. Dorman 43-202 is a front leaf spring for the 1957-1960 Ford F-100, and it also fits the 1957-1960 Ford F-250.
Does the Dorman leaf spring come with bushings?
Yes. Dorman 43-202 comes with bushings in the box. Mounting hardware is not included.
What is the load rate of this front leaf spring?
This front leaf spring has a load rate of 1050 pounds and is a standard replacement grade. It measures 22.5 in long and 2 in wide.
How can I tell if a front leaf spring is cracked or sagging?
Visible cracks, heavy rust or a sagging corner on that side can show the spring is worn. A shop can inspect it properly, and a cracked spring should be replaced promptly.
Does this front leaf spring need any axle modification?
No. Dorman 43-202 is a single leaf with an up-turned eye on each end, and no axle modification is needed.
