{"product_id":"dorman-43-1297-leaf-spring-assembly-rear","title":"Dorman 43-1297 Leaf Spring Assembly - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 43-1297 Rear Leaf Spring Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 43-1297 is a rear leaf spring assembly built for select Ford truck applications that need stable load support and consistent suspension performance. It is a steel, standard replacement leaf spring with a 3-leaf design, black bushings, and a rear axle orientation for direct-fit service on the listed vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel leaf spring assembly for rear suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for OE-style repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-leaf construction with 2.5-inch leaf width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoad rate: 1375\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack bushings included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd 1 and End 2 use Berlin Eye attachment type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 1997-2003 Ford F-150, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman leaf spring assembly is engineered for rear suspension replacement on the 1997-2003 Ford F-150 and 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage. The spring pack uses a steel construction with a 9.25-inch arch length, 26.375-inch axis length, and 1.418-inch pack thickness to match the listed application requirements. Dorman 43-1297 is a practical OE-style solution when the original rear spring has lost ride height, load support, or consistency under cargo weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 43-1297 for the same application. The part number 43-1297 is also referenced in interchange listings for related service applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSagging rear ride height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced payload support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven rear suspension stance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive rear-end bounce or instability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn leaf spring performance on Ford F-150 and F-150 Heritage trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify axle orientation, spring width, arch length, and mounting style before installation. This rear leaf spring assembly includes bushings, and no axle modification is needed for the listed fitments. Confirm the vehicle is a 1997-2003 Ford F-150 or 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage before ordering, and compare the original spring dimensions to Dorman 43-1297 for proper alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE Solutions focuses on replacement parts that follow the original service intent of the vehicle platform. For this application, Dorman 43-1297 is built as a standard replacement leaf spring assembly for the specified Ford F-150 and Ford F-150 Heritage rear suspension fitments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52820720484533,"sku":"BKKY-43-1297","price":278.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_431297_Fro.jpg?v=1784523826","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-43-1297-leaf-spring-assembly-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}