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Old 07-10-2012, 09:20 PM
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Well, the springs were perfect on the road fully loaded. The ride was plush and smooth. With the Disco fully loaded, sagged a little at the rear.

Okay, when we got to the mountain and started the trek up the trail, nothing but a dirt road with deep ruts. I actually had to take it easy cuz the right rear panel cut part of the lugs off the tire. I was worried it might cut though. I need more cutting and those flares!!!

Anyway, on the way back home....we stopped off at a winery in Napa. I noticed that the rear springs settled a little more. Should I have got the HD springs?? Also, I think a 3" lift is ideal....

Fish...I think the RTE's are on my list....
 
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Old 07-10-2012, 09:59 PM
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TF is owned and operated by Allmakes 4x4, so how do you feel about Allmakes overall quality?
I have decided on the Britpart springs, they have been in around longer, have a 24 month warranty and are very very popular in the UK.
 
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Old 07-10-2012, 10:14 PM
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So far so good.......no issues at all. I just wish it was another inch or so higher.
 
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Old 07-10-2012, 11:29 PM
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If you're happy with the ride you could add some 1" spacers without sacrificing too much. My 265/75/26's look too small now with the RTE 3" springs LOL.
If you plan on adding more armor like rock sliders, rear bumper, etc you may want HD springs though.
 
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Old 07-11-2012, 12:33 AM
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It seemed that the weight of all cargo and us humans call for HD springs. And yeah..plan to add more weight....

I've read post on the spacer, .but like the RTE spring option. I like the way your sits now..
 
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Old 07-11-2012, 01:33 AM
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Glamour shot, haha.
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Old 07-11-2012, 07:16 AM
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Glamour shot, haha.
I would love to see a side view of your truck.
 
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Old 07-11-2012, 07:35 AM
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I would love to see a side view of your truck.
It's a little dark...
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Old 07-11-2012, 08:09 AM
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Beautiful!
 
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Old 07-11-2012, 08:28 AM
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indeed. looks great.
 


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