Will leaf spring load rating affect ride height? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Nodnarb76 · 02-08-2016, 12:10 AM

Looking to replace the stock old rusty leaf springs on my 87 2wd Suburban.
My question: would a pair of springs rated at 3500lbs each make the rear sit higher than say a pair rated at 2500lbs?

bbbc10 · 02-08-2016, 05:02 AM

Most likely any new leaf springs you put will raise it up

andrewmp6 · 02-08-2016, 06:02 AM

If it has the factory springs on it they have sagged over time.New oem springs will give you a little lift.The heavier springs will give you lift but can cause a stiffer ride tho.

02-08-2016, 12:10 AM	#1
Nodnarb76 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Mississippi Posts: 501	Will leaf spring load rating affect ride height? Looking to replace the stock old rusty leaf springs on my 87 2wd Suburban. My question: would a pair of springs rated at 3500lbs each make the rear sit higher than say a pair rated at 2500lbs? __________________ 1987 R20 Suburban LQ4/4L80e swap: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=693824

02-08-2016, 05:02 AM	#2
bbbc10 Diggin The SquareLife Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: garland,tx Posts: 1,933	Re: Will leaf spring load rating affect ride height? Most likely any new leaf springs you put will raise it up

02-08-2016, 06:02 AM	#3
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: Will leaf spring load rating affect ride height? If it has the factory springs on it they have sagged over time.New oem springs will give you a little lift.The heavier springs will give you lift but can cause a stiffer ride tho.



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