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Old Apr 3, 2018 | 01:11 AM
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New mod to my trucks suspension

I posted this on another forum, but thought I'd do it here too..

I don't do many mods or post much anymore, but I know how everyone likes pics..

Just having fun.

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Old Apr 3, 2018 | 07:47 AM
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Nice setup. I like it.
 
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Old Apr 3, 2018 | 10:28 AM
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I had Hellwig progressive helper springs on my 98 scab, was the best thing I ever did.
 
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Old Apr 3, 2018 | 02:06 PM
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How's the ride quality? Did you have to remove bump stops?
 
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Old Apr 3, 2018 | 04:35 PM
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Rides fine as before. Have not put a load on it yet, but so far liking them.

The bump stop is on the inside of the springs, so no issue there.

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Old May 22, 2018 | 07:41 PM
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Just a quick update as I finally got to tow the trailer with the new setup and all I can say is why did I wait so long to do this!

The ride was so much smoother than with the OEM setup. The new shocks really make a difference there.

The overloads did well too. Kept the truck from sagging initially and when I put the bars on, brought it back to within 1/2" of it's unloaded height.

The front was within 1/4" of it's unloaded height too. Not bad for my having done a 1.5" "Level" on the front.

So, have at me, rip into it or ask questions if interested.

Thanks!

Mitch
 
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Old May 23, 2018 | 12:25 PM
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I like how they can be adjusted to not alter empty ride height yet assist with loads.
 
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Old May 23, 2018 | 08:50 PM
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Yes, I plan on tightening them up just a tad bit after this first run. While they did well, I think I can do a bit better. It already reduced the sag by 1" when dropping the tongue weight of the trailer alone. The only reason I want to tweak them a bit more is there is some rattle on the brackets when hitting a bigger bump, which means the brackets could be a bit tighter.

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