Lift springs
#1
Lift springs
Quick questions. My lift setup is sagging in the front so I am going to upgrade the springs. I have a ARB bumper with 8k smittybilt winch. Should I go with the medium or heavy terra firma springs? The medium need 50kg of weight to be effective and the heavy need 100kg of weight. Let me know your thoughts. I figure my bumper is probably around 150lbs and winch in the 65-85 range. All a guess. I off road the truck it is not my daily and yes front driveshaft and suspension components are upgraded along with steel break lines. Thanks!
#3
I was able to get the math down I just didn't know the specifics on the bumper/winch combo or if anyone has experience with this spring set up. I just don't want to jepordize anything on the trail with this setup being incorrect for the front end weight.
#4
I have to same setup but with a three pound lighter winch. My MD TF Springs sag. Go heavy.
In fact I emailed RTE a few days ago and they have front HD sets. Most places want you to buy a complete set of four. I was going to call anyway and order a set so I'll let you know what to cost is.
I was asking about +3 Springs. I don't know what your lift is.
In fact I emailed RTE a few days ago and they have front HD sets. Most places want you to buy a complete set of four. I was going to call anyway and order a set so I'll let you know what to cost is.
I was asking about +3 Springs. I don't know what your lift is.
Last edited by Charlie_V; 03-23-2016 at 09:14 AM.
#5
I have to same setup but with a three pound lighter winch. My MD TF Springs sag. Go heavy.
In fact I emailed RTE a few days ago and they have front HD sets. Most places want you to buy a complete set of four. I was going to call anyway and order a set so I'll let you know what to cost is.
I was asking about +3 Springs. I don't know what your lift is.
In fact I emailed RTE a few days ago and they have front HD sets. Most places want you to buy a complete set of four. I was going to call anyway and order a set so I'll let you know what to cost is.
I was asking about +3 Springs. I don't know what your lift is.
#6
I have over three inches of lift now and after originally posting here I checked other threads on RTE springs. They are tall and I do not want to go any higher than my current intended height so I will ask them and report back. I have spring spacers so I can always take them out, because I definitely don't want to traumatize my driveshaft any further, nor ruin my caster any more.
If I can remember I ask about the plus 2s too.
#7
I didn't get to call today. Work intervened. But it is on my list for tomorrow.
I have over three inches of lift now and after originally posting here I checked other threads on RTE springs. They are tall and I do not want to go any higher than my current intended height so I will ask them and report back. I have spring spacers so I can always take them out, because I definitely don't want to traumatize my driveshaft any further, nor ruin my caster any more.
If I can remember I ask about the plus 2s too.
I have over three inches of lift now and after originally posting here I checked other threads on RTE springs. They are tall and I do not want to go any higher than my current intended height so I will ask them and report back. I have spring spacers so I can always take them out, because I definitely don't want to traumatize my driveshaft any further, nor ruin my caster any more.
If I can remember I ask about the plus 2s too.
I may just go terrafirma for almost $100 less...
#8
I don't think I'd buy used ones. No, I'm sure. I wouldn't buy used ones.
However, I'm going to have two TF MD +3 used front springs for sale soon.
#9
#10
Mind if I jump in?
I have a 2002 D2 with stock suspension (original). I plan on doing the Terrafirma 2" lift. But, I am also adding a custom front bumper (no winch) that will likely be close to 100lbs. Anything special I need to do with regard to front springs and suspension for the bumper weight? I don't offroad or do wheeling. Mostly city trips and plan light offroad use.
I have a 2002 D2 with stock suspension (original). I plan on doing the Terrafirma 2" lift. But, I am also adding a custom front bumper (no winch) that will likely be close to 100lbs. Anything special I need to do with regard to front springs and suspension for the bumper weight? I don't offroad or do wheeling. Mostly city trips and plan light offroad use.