Replacement Leaf Spring Advice
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Replacement Leaf Spring Advice
Hello folks. I have had my 3 inch Skyjacker lift under my 99 sport for about a year now, and the rear end has been saggy ever since. I cheaped out and got the AAL rear, instead of the complete spring kit (bad mistake). Anyway, I am sick of the lazy-butt look and am ready to invest in new springs. I do have a few requirements though: 1) I need the rear lift to match the 3 inch front (although 4 or 5 inches would be fine with me, as I would like to boost the front just a little more). 2) I do occassionally pull a tandem axle trailer, sometimes I tow a small car or a load of hay (nothing extreme, but I do not have a truck so my Jeep is my workhorse), 3) also I am on a budget of about $250 (slightly flexible) for springs and new bushings. I have been doing some research and here is what I came up with:
http://www.quadratec.com/products/56...googlemerchant I am hesitant about these because I do not know who manufactured them, and I have no idea where my rear stance would sit.
http://www.quadratec.com/products/16090_5056.htm
These look good but I am worried the "heavy load" setting will ride too harshly on the pavement. I dont mind a stiff ride, but I dont want my DD to drive like a total Road Wagon.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/EXP-53111/All/
I am leaning towards these, as Pro Comp generally has a good reputation. I am not sure how much lift these would provide though, and dont know if these springs would hold up to OCCASIONAL heavy loads.
My jeep spends more time on asphalt than dirt, but I need it to be able to perform on the farm when its called on. Does anyone have any input or advice about these springs? Or possibly have another (better) recommendation? I will appreciate any feedback. Thanks in advance.
http://www.quadratec.com/products/56...googlemerchant I am hesitant about these because I do not know who manufactured them, and I have no idea where my rear stance would sit.
http://www.quadratec.com/products/16090_5056.htm
These look good but I am worried the "heavy load" setting will ride too harshly on the pavement. I dont mind a stiff ride, but I dont want my DD to drive like a total Road Wagon.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/EXP-53111/All/
I am leaning towards these, as Pro Comp generally has a good reputation. I am not sure how much lift these would provide though, and dont know if these springs would hold up to OCCASIONAL heavy loads.
My jeep spends more time on asphalt than dirt, but I need it to be able to perform on the farm when its called on. Does anyone have any input or advice about these springs? Or possibly have another (better) recommendation? I will appreciate any feedback. Thanks in advance.
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If I am to order brand new springs though, I'd rather just get what I need and bolt them right in.
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