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04-10-2014, 02:42 PM
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rear springs
What is everyone using for rear coil springs in their burbs?
I used regular truck coils and they are collapsing. Anyone had a similar experience?? thanx
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04-10-2014, 07:38 PM
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Re: rear springs
We tried some "HD" CPP drop springs in place of our worn out stockers...they sucked! (way too soft) For us, a set of LMC, HD, progressive rate, 3/4T, springs gave us the ride height we were after with the capacity to handle light loads, family, or a bit of towing. Pic is of stock, LMC, and then CPP on right...
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04-10-2014, 10:25 PM
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Re: rear springs
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04-11-2014, 02:20 AM
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Re: rear springs
They have a higher spring rate than stock, so maybe a bit higher. Kinda would depend on what you're hauling around...larger than stock fuel cell, more seats/people, spare tire, speakers/amps, etc., here's how ours sat right after swapping in the heavier springs (no seats, empty tank). We've since added 2" drop spindles and a 1 1/2" rear lowering block...
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04-11-2014, 12:02 PM
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Re: rear springs
Thanks for the info guys Looks like I need to bag it.
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