Dorman 43-1541 Leaf Spring Assembly - Rear

Dorman 43-1541 Rear Leaf Spring Assembly

Dorman 43-1541 is a rear leaf spring assembly for the 2000-2005 Ford Excursion with rubber snubber. Built from steel with 7 leaves, this standard replacement leaf spring is specified for rear suspension service where load support and ride control matter.

Key Features

• Steel leaf spring assembly for rear suspension use
• 7-leaf design with a 3-inch leaf width
• Load rate: 2275
• Black bushings included
• Up-turned eye attachment at both ends
• Standard replacement suspension grade
• Package contents: 1 leaf spring

Detailed Description

This Dorman 43-1541 leaf spring assembly is built for rear axle applications on the Ford Excursion and is listed for 2000-2005 models with rubber snubber. The steel construction, 25-inch length axis, 33.25-inch B length, 5.625-inch arch length, and 3.168 pack thickness provide the dimensional details needed when matching a replacement spring to the original suspension setup. Dorman 43-1541 is a direct-fit style rear leaf spring assembly for owners replacing a worn or sagging spring on a Ford Excursion rear suspension.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Rear suspension sag from a fatigued leaf spring
• Reduced payload support in the rear of the vehicle
• Uneven ride height at the rear axle
• Excessive rear-end bounce or instability over bumps
• Noise or looseness related to worn spring bushings

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle is a 2000-2005 Ford Excursion, rear, with rubber snubber before ordering. Confirm spring dimensions, axle orientation, and end attachment style against the original part. Bushings are included, and no mounting hardware is listed in the product data. Because leaf spring replacement affects ride height and suspension geometry, inspect related rear suspension components during installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman suspension components are built as standard replacement parts for service applications. This leaf spring assembly is identified by part number 43-1541 and Spring Research Institute number 43-1541 for accurate catalog matching.