Which coils will ride better?
03-26-2015, 09:22 PM
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Which coils will ride better?
I'm finally ready to order some lift springs since I cannot find any used ones. I was looking at the 4" PAC at Jegs and they are progressive rate but I cannot find any info on them besides that they are 200lb rate which seems a bit high.
I'm also looking into the MetalCloak True Dual Rate 3.5" but they don't advertise a rate on them. Since they are rated for an aftermarket front bumper and winch I'm guessing I'd net 4" since I'm not running a winch yet.
I've already bought the rear 3.5" OME leaf packs. I need to pick a coil and track-bar and run with it so I can get my wheels and tires on.
I'm also looking into the MetalCloak True Dual Rate 3.5" but they don't advertise a rate on them. Since they are rated for an aftermarket front bumper and winch I'm guessing I'd net 4" since I'm not running a winch yet.
I've already bought the rear 3.5" OME leaf packs. I need to pick a coil and track-bar and run with it so I can get my wheels and tires on.
03-26-2015, 09:34 PM
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200lb rate is pretty common at 4inches. As far as ride comfort, there really isn't that much in my opinion. That's just talking about the cool springs. Shackle angle plays a huge roll in the comfort of your ride. You want a 45 degree angle with top of the shackle facing towards the engine.
03-27-2015, 12:52 AM
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I am very pleased with my Metalcloak dual rate coils. The ride is great and the flex is outstanding. I removed a leaf from my 3.5" OME leaf packs to help compensate for shackle relocation brackets and boomerang shackles and I still had to add 0.75" spacers on the front to level it out.
That is with 31x10.5r15 tires
That is with 31x10.5r15 tires
03-27-2015, 09:46 AM
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I am very pleased with my Metalcloak dual rate coils. The ride is great and the flex is outstanding. I removed a leaf from my 3.5" OME leaf packs to help compensate for shackle relocation brackets and boomerang shackles and I still had to add 0.75" spacers on the front to level it out.
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That is with 31x10.5r15 tires
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That is with 31x10.5r15 tires
03-28-2015, 01:08 AM
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03-28-2015, 01:11 AM
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you can always call pac and see if they have any distributors in your area http://www.racingsprings.com/
sounds like you're in the same position I was. I bought deaver coils thinking they would be great, and they are. but my old 165lb 4.5" coils with bilsteins and long arms were more comfortable. I don't think it's necessary at all to buy an expensive coil spring unless you're racing. bump stops, long arms, decent shocks, these are the keys to comfort and ride quality. not expensive progressive race coils
sounds like you're in the same position I was. I bought deaver coils thinking they would be great, and they are. but my old 165lb 4.5" coils with bilsteins and long arms were more comfortable. I don't think it's necessary at all to buy an expensive coil spring unless you're racing. bump stops, long arms, decent shocks, these are the keys to comfort and ride quality. not expensive progressive race coils
03-28-2015, 08:19 AM
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What's wrong with Jegs they will have the best price and if not will match or beat the others? Plus excellent customer service I bet that I have spent at least $50-75k with them over the years.
03-28-2015, 08:37 AM
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Since you already have OME leafs, I would want to match them with OME springs for a balanced ride.
The metalcloak springs have half the windings of most springs (just an observation). And are taller than others when unloaded to prevent coils from unseating. These coils are often paired with OME leafs.
Progressive springs are more difficult to find, but I prefer them over linear or dual rate.
The metalcloak springs have half the windings of most springs (just an observation). And are taller than others when unloaded to prevent coils from unseating. These coils are often paired with OME leafs.
Progressive springs are more difficult to find, but I prefer them over linear or dual rate.
03-29-2015, 05:59 AM
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no need for progressive rate. keep your money, or better yet spend the extra money on decent shocks. are you going to long arms?
hmm I think you can go with any coils really. keeping it all same brand specific isn't very important
hmm I think you can go with any coils really. keeping it all same brand specific isn't very important