Yes, Ford still uses the Twin I-Beam suspension in some of their vehicles. The F250 and F350 models still feature the Twin I-Beam suspension, although it is no longer prominently advertised and is buried in the spec sheets for two-wheel drive highway machines. The Twin I-Beam suspension was introduced by Ford in 1965 with the goal of improving ride quality, reducing tire wear, and reducing front-end maintenance. While the industry has transitioned to dual A-arms for half-ton pickups, Ford continues to offer the Twin I-Beam suspension for those who prefer its nostalgic appeal and robustness for work trucks.
Contents
- When did Ford stop using TTB?
- What year did Ford stop using twin I-beam?
- How long did Ford use the twin I-beam suspension?
- Is twin I beam suspension still used?
- When did Ford start using Twin Traction Beam?
- What are the 2 types of king pins?
- What vehicles use twin I-Beam suspension?
- What is the difference between twin I-beam and IFS?
- What is the best selling truck of all time?
- When did Ford stop using Kingpins?
When did Ford stop using TTB?
1997
A: TTB (twin traction beam) was an independent front drive-axle suspension system manufactured by Dana Corporation for use in a variety of 4WD Fords from 1980 to 1997.
What year did Ford stop using twin I-beam?
Four-wheel-drive trucks retained the old-school “Mono Beam” (marketing speak for “solid axle”) front suspension until the “Twin Traction Beam” system debuted in 1980. Twin I-Beams and Twin Traction Beams were utilized on various F-Series trucks until 2002.
How long did Ford use the twin I-beam suspension?
Few suspension designs are as rare today as Ford’s Twin I-Beam, a 55-year answer to demand for a more comfortable work-truck. The Twin I-Beam arrived in 1965, created at a time when pickups were first becoming civilized transportation.
Is twin I beam suspension still used?
Ford’s Super Duty F-250 and F-350 trucks continue to use a version of Twin I-Beam front suspension to this day.
When did Ford start using Twin Traction Beam?
Starting in ’65, Ford two-wheel drive trucks used the Twin I-Beam design, which split a solid axle into two parts, each hinged on a pivot mounted to the engine cross member and suspended with a coil spring.
What are the 2 types of king pins?
The semi-trailer king pin has two models: 50# (2”) and 90# (3.5”). For 50# king pins, needing to correspond China standard GB/T 4606-2006 (or referring to ISO 337:1981). For 90# king pins, needing to correspond China standard GB/T 4607-2006 (or referring to ISO 4086:2001).
What vehicles use twin I-Beam suspension?
Common applications include:
- 1980–1997 F-150/F-250.
- 1991–1994 Ford Explorer.
- 1984–1990 Ford Bronco II.
- 1980–1996 Ford Bronco.
- 1983–1997 Ford Ranger (North America)
- 1993-1997 Mazda B series.
- 1991-1993 Mazda Navajo.
What is the difference between twin I-beam and IFS?
The I-beam design only uses 2 chassis mounting point, whereas the IFS design typically uses four chassis mounting points. For this reason, the IFS design is inherently weaker than the I-beam design, but only marginally so.
What is the best selling truck of all time?
The Ford F-Series
Best selling truck of all time
The Ford F-Series is the most popular truck and best-selling truck in the US. It’s been that way for nearly half a century. The Ford F-Series reaches an amazing 48-year streak in 2024 as the most popular truck in America.
When did Ford stop using Kingpins?
Dana produced the kingpin version of the D60 axle until 1991. (The functionally analogous, similar looking and very robust joint between the chassis and boom on a backhoe is however referred to as a king post.)
