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How's this for de-arched rear leaf springs??

   
Old 02-04-2013, 12:51 AM
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Default How's this for de-arched rear leaf springs??
It's how a local guy lowered the rear of my truck, de-arching my leaf springs plus a lowering shackle. Cut springs in the front. I really need to get this done the right way....Sh***y ride quality.

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Old 02-04-2013, 02:21 AM
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When i got my first truck it was done the same way haha ridiculous rode like a wagon with no suspension and was a hazard getting off
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Not only do I have to buy a flip kit now, but I also need to buy new leaf springs. Expensive lesson learned.
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why not just getting drop leaf.
no need of flip kit then.
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Cuz if I'm not mistaken the drop leafs are only a 3in drop. I'm looking for a 5in or 6in if I can with shocks. If its possible, then I would since I do need leafs.
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3in drop leafs with some 50 dollar 2in drop shackles
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I just put a mcguaghys 2/4.5. Which is a flip kit with lift shackle and it needs a notch. Bottoms out on all bumps sits about 2~3 inches from flat bump stops.
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You need to call me before you waste more money lol
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That's what I'm looking to do
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Have you found drop leaves somewhere?? I've been struggling
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