Dorman 43-817 rear leaf spring for the 1983-1985 Ford Ranger holds up the weight and payload of the vehicle as part of the rear suspension. This Dorman leaf spring, also called a leaf spring assembly, replaces springs damaged by overloading, collision, cracking or corrosion.
- Part of the Dorman OE Solutions product line
- Steel construction made to strict specifications for long service life
- Four leaves with a Berlin eye at each end
- Load rate of 1350 pounds
- Bushings included with the spring
- No axle modification needed and no helper spring
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 43-817 leaf spring
- Also called: leaf spring assembly
- Fits: 1983-1985 Ford Ranger
- Position: Rear
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A sagging stance, cracked leaves or a rear that bottoms out under load can mean the 1983-1985 Ford Ranger rear springs are worn. Those signs alone do not prove the springs are the problem; worn shocks are another common cause of a rough ride.
Fits
Dorman 43-817 is a direct-fit replacement for the 1983-1985 Ford Ranger, which takes two rear springs. This listing is one spring, so order two and fit them together.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: rear
- Quantity per vehicle: 2
- Length axis 1 and axis 2: 25.625 in each
- Length B: 31 in
- Arch length: 4.625 in
- Leaf width: 2.5 in
- Pack thickness: 1.584 in
- Load rate: 1350 lb
Build and materials
- Material: steel
- Leaf quantity: 4
- Ends: Berlin eye at both ends
- Bushings: included
- Suspension grade: standard
- Helper spring: no
- Condition: new
In the box
One leaf spring with bushings. Mounting hardware is not included, so plan on new hardware, since the old pieces may not be reusable.
Interchange: 43-817DAY · 043-0817-00
E47A5560AA · E47A5560UA · E47AAA · E47AUA · E4TA5560AA · E4TZ5560C
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
E47A5560AA, E47A5560UA, E47AAA, E47AUA, E4TA5560AA, E4TZ5560C, 43-817DAY, 043-0817-00
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dorman 43-817 a rear leaf spring for the 1983-1985 Ford Ranger?
Yes. Dorman 43-817 is listed as a rear leaf spring for the 1983-1985 Ford Ranger.
Do these 1983-1985 Ford Ranger leaf springs come with bushings?
Yes. The Dorman 43-817 leaf spring includes its bushings. Mounting hardware is not included.
What is the load rate and leaf count on this rear spring?
This rear spring has four leaves and a load rate of 1350 pounds.
What kind of ends does this leaf spring have?
Both ends are Berlin eyes. The leaf width is 2.5 in and the pack thickness is 1.584 in.
Does Dorman 43-817 need an axle modification or a helper spring?
No. This standard-grade spring needs no axle modification, and it does not include a helper spring.
