Correct SumoSprings For Front and Rear Axle of 1999 National Sea View Motorhome Built On F53 Chassis

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Im trying to determine what the correct front and rear springs are for a 1999 National Sea View motorhome. Its 20,500 GVWR. I think the right springs are the SSR-180-54-1 for the rear and the SSF-172-40-2 for the front. Is that right?

asked by: Brian A

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Helpful Expert Reply:

I would be happy to help!

For your 1999 Nation Sea View Motorhome built on the Ford F-53 chassis with a 20500lb GVWR you will need the SumoSprings # SSR-187-54-1 with a 7000lb capacity for the rear axle, and the # SSF-172-40-2 with a 3000lb rating for the front axle.

This will give you a much smoother ride, and will help fight sway and body roll giving you a much more pleasant driving experience.

The # SSR-180-54-1 you mentioned are only confirmed to fit the 2006-2021 Ford F-53 chassis so it will not fit your motorhome.

I included videos of the recommended products for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Samuel C

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