{"product_id":"superpro-09-14-ford-f-150-rear-leaf-spring-shackle-bushing-kit","title":"SuperPro Rear Leaf Spring and Shackle Bushing Kit for 2009-2014 Ford F-150","description":"\u003ch4\u003eKeep the Rear Axle Located Under Load\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis SuperPro KIT304RK bushing kit replaces the rear leaf spring eye and shackle bushings on the 2009 to 2014 Ford F-150. It installs into the factory leaf spring and shackle locations and uses a proprietary polyurethane formula with replacement plated sleeves, so the rear axle stays located when the truck is towing, hauling or working off road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces the rear leaf spring and shackle bushings that locate the solid rear axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from a high quality proprietary SuperPro polyurethane formula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces unwanted axle movement, road wander and noise, vibration and harshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps keep rear axle alignment consistent under towing and hauling loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease retention technology holds lubricant in the bushing bore for a longer service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes replacement plated bushing and bolt sleeves so worn sleeves are renewed at the same time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolts into the factory mounting locations with no bracket modification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacked by the SuperPro limited lifetime warranty to the original purchaser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact manufacturer part number: KIT304RK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVehicle Application\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePosition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRequirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2009-2014 Ford F-150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeaf spring eye and shackle bushing locations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit covers the rear leaf spring and shackle bushings only. It does not fit the 2015 and later F-150, and it does not include leaf springs, shackles or replacement mounting bolts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuperPro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer part number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKIT304RK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear leaf spring and shackle bushing kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVehicle application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2009-2014 Ford F-150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBushing material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProprietary polyurethane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSleeves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlated bushing and bolt sleeves included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLubrication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrease retention grooves in the bushing bore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFactory leaf spring and shackle locations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited lifetime to the original purchaser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation manual included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear leaf spring and shackle polyurethane bushings for the KIT304RK application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement plated bushing and bolt sleeves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout SuperPro\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuperPro develops polyurethane suspension bushings and alignment components for road, off road and towing use. The range is built around application specific bushings that reuse factory mounting points, and the bushing formula is designed to resist deflection, oil, water and temperature change better than the original rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRelated Parts\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/afe-control-2-0-in-leveling-kit-04-21-ford-f-150-red\"\u003eaFe CONTROL 2.0 IN Leveling Kit 04-21 Ford F-150\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the KIT304RK?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the SuperPro rear leaf spring and shackle bushing kit for the 2009 to 2014 Ford F-150, supplied with polyurethane bushings and plated sleeves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhich F-150 model years does this kit cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt covers the 2009 through 2014 F-150. The 2015 and later trucks use a different leaf spring bushing design and need a different kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the kit include the sleeves or only the bushings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacement plated bushing and bolt sleeves are supplied with the bushings, so the worn steel sleeves are renewed during the same repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this kit change ride height or spring rate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It only replaces the bushings that locate the leaf spring and shackle, so ride height and spring rate stay as built.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy replace leaf spring bushings on a truck that still drives well?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorn bushings let the solid rear axle move under load, which shows up as rear steer, wander on the highway and instability under heavy braking, often while towing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo the bushings need grease at every service?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The bushing bores use grease retention grooves that hold the supplied lubricant, so regular greasing is not part of normal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAre the bushings usable off road and in competition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. SuperPro places no limitation on the scope of use, so on road, off road and motorsport use remain covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty applies to this kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuperPro covers this bushing range with a limited lifetime warranty to the original purchaser for manufacturing defects, excluding installation damage and impact damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tools are needed for installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA press or a suitable bushing removal tool is normally required to remove the original bushings from the spring eye and shackle, along with standard hand tools and a torque wrench.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePark the truck on a level surface, chock the front wheels and support the rear of the vehicle safely on stands with the axle supported.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the rear wheels if additional access to the spring eye and shackle is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport the leaf spring with a jack so the spring does not drop when the fasteners are released.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the shackle and front spring eye fasteners and lower the spring far enough to expose the bushing bores.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress or drive the original bushings and steel sleeves out of the spring eye and shackle, then clean and inspect the bores for damage or ovality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply the supplied grease to the outer face of the new polyurethane bushings and to the plated sleeves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress the new bushings into place, then fit the plated bushing and bolt sleeves so the bushing bore is fully supported.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReposition the leaf spring, refit the shackle and spring eye fasteners by hand and check that the KIT304RK bushings sit square in their mounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoad the suspension back to normal ride height, then torque all fasteners to the Ford service specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefit the wheels, lower the vehicle and torque the wheel fasteners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad test the truck, then recheck the fasteners and the bushing seating after the first short drive and again after towing or loaded use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProp 65 Warning\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWARNING: California residents. 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