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Leaf springs

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Mysticwolf, Oct 20, 2017.

  1. Oct 20, 2017 at 9:17 PM
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    Mysticwolf

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    Deaver K37 or Icon expansion pack (cheaper but retains some of the original leafs)
     
  3. Oct 21, 2017 at 5:50 AM
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    Some stuff
    Deaver, Atlas or Alcan are also good options. How much weight in the back and how do you use your truck?
     
  4. Oct 21, 2017 at 5:54 AM
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    I run ome at the suggestion of @Coachbuilder1 With his shackles. I wanted to eliminate rear block with my 6" lift. The ride is fantastic. Call David and talk with him about ome.
     
  5. Oct 21, 2017 at 8:04 AM
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    I don't haul to much beside a pop up camper, and half a bed full of word when we go camping. But with just with that the rear sags more then I think it should,
     
  6. Oct 21, 2017 at 8:08 AM
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    Deaver's k37s may not be stiff enough. I run their U748 springs which are 600lb springs. I've got a topper, drawer system and rear bumper.

    The OMEs with shackles could be a good bet for you.
     
  7. Oct 21, 2017 at 8:34 AM
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    How much coin you want to drop?

    Icon is coming out with their RXT setup for the Tundra. Very versatile for those with added bed loads.
     
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  8. Oct 21, 2017 at 8:43 AM
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    I run the ome’s. With stock shackles And really like them
     
  9. Oct 21, 2017 at 9:43 AM
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    Does your suspension hit the bump stops or bottom out while towing? Tundras sag pretty good but it’s normal unless your maxing out the tounge weight. Shackles or AAL can help the sagging.
     
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  10. Oct 21, 2017 at 11:06 AM
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    I have a Toytec leveling kit with shackles, need a little help with the load, my springs are getting weak, I don't have much arch left in them, that's why I am thinking of replacing them.
     
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  11. Oct 21, 2017 at 1:33 PM
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    I tow a 6x12 enclosed trailer total weight loaded it about 3700lb
    When I hook up the ass drops maybe 2 inches
    With those ome springs it put the rear up about 3 inches w the stock shackles just for a point of reference
     
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    this one looks like a good kit too: deaver pack + TC shackles + new bushings.
     
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    Definitely a good option if you don't need to carry a load since K37s aren't that stiff.
     
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    TC long travel. Deaver 420 SU leaf packs.
    I've got the same rear set up and not much arch. I'll be installing the Icon expansion pack in the next couple of days. It's sitting here staring at me.
     
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  15. Oct 21, 2017 at 9:32 PM
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    I have new bushings and shackles, so I don't need those, just springs.
     
  16. Oct 22, 2017 at 3:19 AM
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    Along with my ome I added bags and a compresssor. Nicest riding springs i have ever had.
     
  17. Nov 4, 2017 at 8:36 AM
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    I have the OME Dakar leaf packs and Firestone airbags as well. (with stock shackles for now) I'm waiting on a Four Wheel Camper, so I wanted a setup to carry a load. I hauled about 1000 pounds of flooring last week, and the rear only dropped an inch or so (without inflating the airbags over there resting 5psi) So far I've been very happy with the Dakar packs, they help firm up that wishy washy ride, certainly make the truck feel more planted on the road.
     
  18. Nov 4, 2017 at 9:49 AM
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    2010 Tundra Method 20x9 Fat Fives 18offset, 305/55/20 Duratracs, Bilstein 6112/5160, SPC/LR Upper Control Arms, TRD Rear Swaybar, OME/Dakar leafs with CB +1 Shackles, Husky Weatherbeaters, Du-Ha, Extang Solid Fold, Line-X, Toyota Bed Mat, Stoptech Cryo Rotors and pads, Goodridge brake lines, Stoptech STR-660, Rigid Fog Lights, Odyssey Battery, Firestone Airbags with CB spacer, etc, etc... Previous Toyota's: 97 4runner, 02 tacoma, 09 tacoma
    I also have OME/Dakar springs, CB +1 shackles, and firestone airbags. I like the setup, nice ride, no sag, although I hardly ever use the airbags. Dakars are worth the $
     
  19. Nov 6, 2017 at 3:16 AM
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    I would NOT recommend Alcan, my truck has a ridiculous squat. Customer service is a joke. My leaf springs warped at 400 miles of normal driving and it keeps warping more and more. I received no resolution to fix my issues either by emails or phone response. So I lost $$$. I will be going with Atlas.
     
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  20. Nov 6, 2017 at 6:29 AM
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    I did the Icon AAL definitely a better ride then stock leafs. Raises the rear about 1.5 inches. But my leaf springs are in good shape if yours are flatting out I would buy a new set
     
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