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andrewmp6 · 07-20-2015, 02:26 AM

Springs can wear out over time but most cases it takes 30 plus years.Unless you plan on hauling a lot with it all the time i wouldn't use 3/4 ton springs.1/2 ton springs are more then enough for the avg truck and if you need it you can always add helper air bags if you need them.

07-20-2015, 02:26 AM	#8
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: When is it time to replace the leaf springs? Springs can wear out over time but most cases it takes 30 plus years.Unless you plan on hauling a lot with it all the time i wouldn't use 3/4 ton springs.1/2 ton springs are more then enough for the avg truck and if you need it you can always add helper air bags if you need them.