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8mag · 05-30-2002, 08:28 AM

have a tuff country 4 spring lift know and it rides harsh,are there any soft ride kits that are soft". looking to buy 4 new springs.

Bram · 05-30-2002, 09:05 AM

Hey 8mag, I'm using Skyjacker Softrides right now, and the ride is actually very good. I live down 3 1/2 miles of very rough gravel road, so it gets tested very well! One thing I did give up is load support in the bed? But I do plan on installing air bags in the rear, that way I have the best of both worlds!?!?
I noticed the spec's on your 1972, 3/4 4x4, 14bolt locker rear, dana60 and locker front, nv4500, 383, blazer tank, dual batterys, 4" lift, 285-75-16's. That’s pretty much exactly what I would like to do to mine! You don't by chance have any pics?

Mike C · 05-30-2002, 09:09 AM

To some degree, a 3/4 ton is just going to be rough. I would start by getting some adjustable shocks and playing with those as well as dropping your tire pressure. I'm sure max load is at least 50 psi if not 65 on your tires. Try running them around 35 when you aren't carrying a load, maybe less. The bigger the tire, the less psi it needs. Another option for the rear would be a Velvet Ride Shackle combined with your existing springs.

Bram · 05-30-2002, 11:36 AM

8mag, what type of lockers are you using in the front and rear?

Big69C20 Toy · 05-30-2002, 11:59 AM

I'd definately suggest greasable shackles all the way around, they not only can provide some lift and great suspension flex but helped rides in my 4x4ing vehicles a ton.
just my .02

Mudder · 05-30-2002, 12:07 PM

I am running rancho 9000's and they ride great. 20-25 lbs of air in 35/1550 super swampers. i also have heavy duty tuff country springs.

8mag · 05-31-2002, 08:25 AM

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Originally posted by Bram
8mag, what type of lockers are you using in the front and rear?

i have detroits in the front and rear lots of noise when i tow. just got then truck painted and took some pics will see if i am smart enough to post them.

Bram · 05-31-2002, 10:34 AM

Hey 8mag, did your truck have an automatic trans originally? If so how hard was the conversion to the NV4500?

Bram · 06-03-2002, 04:32 PM

ttt

**68SWB4x4** · 06-03-2002, 10:15 PM

how do the dual detriots handle on the street?

Scrub · 06-04-2002, 01:24 AM

Look into that new Eaton Electric locker. Detriots suck on the pavment.

http://www.traction.eaton.com/prod1.htm

http://www.rockcrawler.com/techreports/eaton_elocker_preview/index.asp

8mag · 06-04-2002, 04:51 PM

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Originally posted by Bram
thandles fair on the street but icy roads cause white knuckles over 40mph and i commute 50 miles a day.

8mag · 06-04-2002, 04:53 PM

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Originally posted by 8mag

i have detroits in the front and rear lots of noise when i tow. just got then truck painted and took some pics will see if i am smart enough to post them.

truck was a 4spd originally used a dodge 4500 and had a shop do the work, not really worth the cash outlay, only gained 2 mpg from 12 to 14, when towing am in 4th gear anyways.

05-30-2002, 08:28 AM	#1
8mag Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: nampa idaho,usa Posts: 92	4x4 lift kit,which is best have a tuff country 4 spring lift know and it rides harsh,are there any soft ride kits that are soft". looking to buy 4 new springs. __________________ 1972 3/4 4x4,14bolt locker rear, dana44 lock right front, sm465, sb 400, blazer tank,dual batterys,3"lift,32-9.00-16 super swampers daily driver other trucks 1972 1 ton dually 4x4,454 4 spd,,235-85-16, flat bed front and rear winches, rear gas tank and under bed gun safe.tilt wheel

05-30-2002, 09:05 AM	#2
Bram Broke Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: West Plains,MO Posts: 385	Hey 8mag, I'm using Skyjacker Softrides right now, and the ride is actually very good. I live down 3 1/2 miles of very rough gravel road, so it gets tested very well! One thing I did give up is load support in the bed? But I do plan on installing air bags in the rear, that way I have the best of both worlds!?!? I noticed the spec's on your 1972, 3/4 4x4, 14bolt locker rear, dana60 and locker front, nv4500, 383, blazer tank, dual batterys, 4" lift, 285-75-16's. That’s pretty much exactly what I would like to do to mine! You don't by chance have any pics? __________________ 72CheyenneSuper1ton4x4BigBlock Last edited by Bram; 05-30-2002 at 11:44 AM.

05-30-2002, 09:09 AM	#3
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,727	To some degree, a 3/4 ton is just going to be rough. I would start by getting some adjustable shocks and playing with those as well as dropping your tire pressure. I'm sure max load is at least 50 psi if not 65 on your tires. Try running them around 35 when you aren't carrying a load, maybe less. The bigger the tire, the less psi it needs. Another option for the rear would be a Velvet Ride Shackle combined with your existing springs. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

05-30-2002, 11:36 AM	#4
Bram Broke Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: West Plains,MO Posts: 385	8mag, what type of lockers are you using in the front and rear? __________________ 72CheyenneSuper1ton4x4BigBlock Last edited by Bram; 05-30-2002 at 11:44 AM.

05-30-2002, 11:59 AM	#5
Big69C20 Toy Livin' it up. Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Richland, MI Posts: 2,212	I'd definately suggest greasable shackles all the way around, they not only can provide some lift and great suspension flex but helped rides in my 4x4ing vehicles a ton. just my .02 __________________ -Greg; Sold the 69 C20. It's off to a better home with more love! Now onto the 86 CUCV M1009; K5 blazer with 6.2L diesel, corp 10 bolt axles, Detroit locker in the rear, trutrac front, 3.73 gears, 35" tires.

05-30-2002, 12:07 PM	#6
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	what shocks u running? I am running rancho 9000's and they ride great. 20-25 lbs of air in 35/1550 super swampers. i also have heavy duty tuff country springs.

05-31-2002, 10:34 AM	#8
Bram Broke Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: West Plains,MO Posts: 385	Hey 8mag, did your truck have an automatic trans originally? If so how hard was the conversion to the NV4500? __________________ 72CheyenneSuper1ton4x4BigBlock

06-03-2002, 04:32 PM	#9
Bram Broke Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: West Plains,MO Posts: 385	ttt __________________ 72CheyenneSuper1ton4x4BigBlock

06-03-2002, 10:15 PM	#10
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06-04-2002, 01:24 AM	#11
Scrub Collector of rusty Items Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Sisters,Oregon USA Posts: 731	Look into that new Eaton Electric locker. Detriots suck on the pavment. http://www.traction.eaton.com/prod1.htm http://www.rockcrawler.com/techreports/eaton_elocker_preview/index.asp __________________ Scrub Sisters, Oregon - Home of the Sisters Rodeo. 70 GMC 1,000,000 + miles 72 K-20 project, 456 Dana60 front, Corp14 rear w/locker, 265R19.5 tires 20-ply. Warn 12k winches both ends, Cross-over steering with raised tie-rod, Powerbox steering, 4500 watt 120-AC power, Air, Hydraulic aux power, 4 inch lift, 5000 lb air-bags both ends.



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