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Old 07-01-2009, 11:25 AM
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Which is better, to replace my existing leaf springs on my 01 xj or install an add a leaf?
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new leafs are much better they give a true lift that does not sag and the ride quality is also improved although expensive save up and do it right the first time
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Originally Posted by LongHornCherokeeMan
new leafs are much better they give a true lift that does not sag and the ride quality is also improved although expensive save up and do it right the first time
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well in technicallity any leaf spring will sag... eventually.... but its still better to go new leaf than aal
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Buy full leafs. It will ride better, flex better and last longer.
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If you have the money but the leafs if not then make your own buy mixing and matching leafs with any 2.5" truck leafs.
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Originally Posted by bigbadxj
If you have the money but the leafs if not then make your own buy mixing and matching leafs with any 2.5" truck leafs.
yeah if you can get some dakota or s10 leafs you can get up to about 4.5 inches of lift but if you don't mind spending the loot get the new pacs they will last much longer then the add a leaf and are normally a smother ride then the bastard pack's are
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Add a leaf is like polishing a turd.
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