front leaf springs

[KEENO]

FYI!

Just an update... .



Last weekend my buddy in Michigan installed the Skyjacker 2 1/2" Front Leaf springs that I had helped purchase & deliver. He reports a much inproved ride but is now having problems w/ shock length. His truck was purchased w/ Rancho 9000 shocks on all four corners and it looks like he'll have to go to a longer shock w/ these new springs because of them 'topping out' when the springs are in "Rebound".



I thought this might be valuable information & a consideration for anyone thinking about going to the SJ 2 1/2" Springs. I installed the SJ "Hydros" on all four corners of my truck and didn't have this problem. Good shock @ a good price.



Anyone in the market for some slightly used Rancho 9000 frt. shocks (W250 only)?



KEENO

 

[EOliver]

Someday I am hoping to resolve this front end leaf spring/harsh ride issue. I am planning on fabbing up a tri-link if possible, or at least a four link with coil over shocks. I have not got to look much, but I think the mighty Cummins may be in the way for a tri-link setup so a four link similiar to the newer dodge trucks may be my only option. I guess I am going to have to roll around under the truck tonight for a while and take some measurements.



Eric O.