N.E fjord-by-fjord 2fiddy
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My spring code is 94A
So, I am recommended by this website to get this setup:
http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=1509 for the front
http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=1515 for the rear
Now, my front end feels like i'm driving a boulder when i'm unloaded... Also, my stock 94 front leaves have a real bad negative arch to them... So I'm thinking that this recommendation might be ok, but I think the near 3,500 capacity in the front might make the ride even stiffer, which I don't want. Is there any reason that these springs in the front wouldn't be ok? :
http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=17021
Everything is the same about them except for a 3/4" arch increase (fine by me... my rake is ridiculous right now), and the -900lb less capacity. Does that capacity drop mean that they will over-arch right away when installed, even with that extra 3/4" of height? Just wondering if anyone has used these under an IDI, and if so, what their thoughts were...
Also, I thought of reducing the back height to help with my "dragster" rake look... I want to slightly increase that load capacity in the back (putting on a custom flatbed w a winch, and using it to haul logs), while reducing the arch height. I have a F350 rear axle from an '89... So I was thinking of using these springs in the back, instead of the 43-803 recommended above:
http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=1517
So I guess my real question is: Would anyone NOT install the alternative springs I have listed, and if not, why? Otherwise, does this seem like a setup that will give me what I want? IE: A large capacity in the rear for log hauling, and a softer ride in the front for my family jewels?
As always, thanks in advance!
So, I am recommended by this website to get this setup:
http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=1509 for the front
http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=1515 for the rear
Now, my front end feels like i'm driving a boulder when i'm unloaded... Also, my stock 94 front leaves have a real bad negative arch to them... So I'm thinking that this recommendation might be ok, but I think the near 3,500 capacity in the front might make the ride even stiffer, which I don't want. Is there any reason that these springs in the front wouldn't be ok? :
http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=17021
Everything is the same about them except for a 3/4" arch increase (fine by me... my rake is ridiculous right now), and the -900lb less capacity. Does that capacity drop mean that they will over-arch right away when installed, even with that extra 3/4" of height? Just wondering if anyone has used these under an IDI, and if so, what their thoughts were...
Also, I thought of reducing the back height to help with my "dragster" rake look... I want to slightly increase that load capacity in the back (putting on a custom flatbed w a winch, and using it to haul logs), while reducing the arch height. I have a F350 rear axle from an '89... So I was thinking of using these springs in the back, instead of the 43-803 recommended above:
http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=1517
So I guess my real question is: Would anyone NOT install the alternative springs I have listed, and if not, why? Otherwise, does this seem like a setup that will give me what I want? IE: A large capacity in the rear for log hauling, and a softer ride in the front for my family jewels?
As always, thanks in advance!