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Old Jul 31, 2012 | 11:35 PM
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I have a 4" lift kit with add a leaf. I know they're junk but Im looking to replace them with new leaf packs. Im pretty new to the whole thing and don't know how tall of leaf packs I need to replace them. If anyone could help Id be greatly appreciative. Thank you
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Old Jul 31, 2012 | 11:37 PM
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if you have a 4" lift then get some 4" springs. or 3.5" springs and some shackles.
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Old Jul 31, 2012 | 11:38 PM
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that seems too simple..
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Old Jul 31, 2012 | 11:47 PM
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yup. nice and easy. 3.5" leaf pack with a 5" shackle
so these http://www.jeepinoutfitters.com/scri...idproduct=1185
and these http://www.seriousoffroadproducts.co...ducts_id=90188
yes it's a good idea to spend a pretty penny on leaf springs
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Old Aug 1, 2012 | 01:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Atmos
yup. nice and easy. 3.5" leaf pack with a 5" shackle
so these http://www.jeepinoutfitters.com/scri...idproduct=1185
and these http://www.seriousoffroadproducts.co...ducts_id=90188
yes it's a good idea to spend a pretty penny on leaf springs
x2 dont cheap out on leaf springs. ome leafs are a good quality product
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Old Aug 1, 2012 | 01:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Power73
x2 dont cheap out on leaf springs. ome leafs are a good quality product
X3 Do it right the first time. you won't regret it.
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Old Aug 1, 2012 | 08:21 AM
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Definitely don't cheap out on leaf springs, well worth the investment in good leaf springs. As mentioned OME, or another excellent leaf spring is Rubicon Express.
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Old Aug 1, 2012 | 10:27 AM
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http://www.seriousoffroadproducts.co...ducts_id=87004

http://www.seriousoffroadproducts.co...ducts_id=90189
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Old Aug 1, 2012 | 10:07 PM
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hey thanks guys, greatly appreciate it
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Old Aug 1, 2012 | 10:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Sheila's Daddy
hey thanks guys, greatly appreciate it
Whatever you, do dont get Rough Country leafs. Get 3.5in leafs from a reputable company and a longer shackle. Taller leafs with more arch are stiffer and make for a worse ride. Having leafs with less of an arch and a bit of a longer shackle helps soften the ride and improves flex greatly.
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Old Aug 1, 2012 | 10:23 PM
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So if you have a 4.5 in lift with 2 inch longer than stock shackles I should look for 2.5 springs? Does anyone make a 2 in leaf pack.
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Old Aug 1, 2012 | 10:51 PM
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Originally Posted by redjeep1983
So if you have a 4.5 in lift with 2 inch longer than stock shackles I should look for 2.5 springs? Does anyone make a 2 in leaf pack.
I'd go with a 3" leaf with a 2" shackle. I like a rake though.
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Old Aug 2, 2012 | 01:42 AM
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Originally Posted by redjeep1983
So if you have a 4.5 in lift with 2 inch longer than stock shackles I should look for 2.5 springs? Does anyone make a 2 in leaf pack.
a 2 inch longer than stock shackle gives 1" of lift

so look for 3.5" springs
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Old Aug 3, 2012 | 07:35 PM
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2" OME Medium duty springs, relocation brackets 1.5", and shackles ,5-1", amd your there.

Been runing my springs 7 years and no sag.



Do it right and do it once.
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