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Replacement Springs
« on: Mar 08, 2005, 01:44:36 PM »
I have a stock 87 Xtracab that I just picked up for a cheap and I'm building it to be a reliable somewhat daily driven truck. The rear springs are worn out and sagging pretty bad. I stuck a set of 2" lift shackles on it that cured the sag problem but I fear that they will just cause the springs to wear more quickly and get worse than they already are. I'm looking for a stock replacement rear spring or possibly one with 1 to 2 inches of lift. I want the truck to ride good and be comfortable. It will be running 31" Radial Baja Claws. Should I buy stock replacements or go with a different spring like maybe a Tacoma spring or have some aftermarket springs made? Any suggestions, advice, or info is greatly appreciated.
85 LWB
Rears up front
Chevy springs rear
3" body lift
36" IROKs on 15x8 steels w/2" bs
Marlin Xover steering
Locked and loaded with 5.29 gears

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Re: Replacement Springs
« Reply #1 on: Mar 08, 2005, 01:52:58 PM »
Personally if you want a nice rid along with a little bit of lift Id swap 2nd gen (89-95) 2 wheel drive springs in the rear.  They are a bit longer to the front so they will naturally be softer and beings they are from a 2x they will have a bit more arch to them.
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