04-19-2014, 09:44 PM | #1 |
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Rear leaf kit
Has anyone used the kit from CPP? Looks like a great kit that will fit the 3" explorer rear end. This is what I am leaning towards but wanted to see if anyone has purchased this.
http://www.classicperform.com/Store/...ks/4754RLK.htm
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04-21-2014, 09:38 AM | #2 |
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Re: Rear leaf kit
I don't know how expensive the 8.8 swap kit is, but here is an alternative.
http://www.ruffstuffspecialties.com/...g/88SS-31.html The Ford Ranger rear leaves have similar arch to what you need. Another option is the Chevy Colorado leaf springs. http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index....oducts_id=7712 http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index....o&products_id= I also like the Ranger spring mounts and shackle setup. http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index....oducts_id=9660 http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index....oducts_id=9417 |
04-21-2014, 04:15 PM | #3 |
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Re: Rear leaf kit
I used that kit and it seemed to work ok. What are needing to know?
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04-21-2014, 04:34 PM | #4 |
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Re: Rear leaf kit
Just wanted to know if they are a good kit. Both CCP and Speedway have good prices. I know I need the 3.25 u-bolts but the rest is useable.
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04-23-2014, 03:13 PM | #7 |
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Re: Rear leaf kit
check out the 67-72 chevy truck setup that use trailing arms with coil springs, they refer to it as NASCAR style. i met no less than a dozen builders when i lived in socal that used that setup, easy to add air bags and rode great.
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