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Old 07-29-2012, 09:10 AM   #1
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Which brand of 4" lift front springs?

I have a 72 Jimmy with a 6" lift in the front,not sure of brand. I have an ORD Shackle flip in the back with their 1" Zero rate block. I am going to put 4" lift springs in the front and was wondering which ones to buy. Rough Country are by far the cheapest but I know they are pretty rough riding. Skyjacker and BDS are the other ones I see and they have more leafs in them compared to the RC leafs. I want the best ride possible, Any opinions? Thanks
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Old 08-04-2012, 05:32 AM   #2
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Re: Which brand of 4" lift front springs?

http://www.deaverspring.com/contact.html

I'll be looking into Deaver springs when I finish the drivetrain swap....
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Old 08-07-2012, 02:51 PM   #3
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Re: Which brand of 4" lift front springs?

Deaver springs are very nice and have a very good ride. Also check out the Superlift or Skyjacker "Soft Ride" springs. I can't remember which makes them, but they ride sooo much better than their regular lift springs. I swapped in a set on my Blazer and the difference is amazing.
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Old 08-07-2012, 06:00 PM   #4
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Re: Which brand of 4" lift front springs?

Glad to hear that since I ordered 4" Soft Ride Skyjacker springs a couple of days ago. Thanks
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Old 08-07-2012, 07:53 PM   #5
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Re: Which brand of 4" lift front springs?

Good move. You won't be disappointed.
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Old 08-10-2012, 09:51 PM   #6
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Re: Which brand of 4" lift front springs?

Deavers are pretty nice. The difference is huge. If you wanted them set up for a smooth ride they make each leaf really thin. Then they pack quite a bit of leafs per leaf spring pack. Result is amazing.
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