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Got an 01 Cherokee and I hook a 6x12 trailer to and my Polaris ranger and it squats it bad is there some more leaf springs I can put under there or what can I do ?
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Or you could use the Monroe coil-over load adjusting shocks like I did. I pull a trailer with my golf cart on it with no problems. Some people say not to use the coil-overs but I've had them on a couple XJ's and they work great with no problems whatsoever.
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I agree that ancient leaf springs should absolutely be replaced. I would go for a Heavy Duty version for your use.
However, Kingfisher raises a good point. The acceptable tongue weight for an XJ is only around 200-300lbs. If you've got the load set up in such a way that there's more than that on the hitch you can have issues with excessive sway - even with good springs. Balancing and weight distribution play a big part in stability due to the XJ's light weight.
However, Kingfisher raises a good point. The acceptable tongue weight for an XJ is only around 200-300lbs. If you've got the load set up in such a way that there's more than that on the hitch you can have issues with excessive sway - even with good springs. Balancing and weight distribution play a big part in stability due to the XJ's light weight.
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Should I replace leaf springs also ?