MrDSmith
Newbie
I am the proud, second owner of this 4x4 1/2 ton. Pretty new to this world, but am learning.
The arch in the leaf springs has decreased to the point where it has been advised I have them replaced. I can use OEM capacity springs, or beef them up a little (at the expense of a stiffer ride when unloaded).
I am unsure of adding capacity with heavier duty springs, in part, because I am not familiar with the capabilities of the stock 1500 frame and axles.
To that end, my question is - what differences were there between the 1/2 ton (v1500) and 3/4 ton (v2500) variant of this model? Thicker steel in the frame? Beefier rear axle? If there were such differences, I figure it is best to stick to OEM capacity leaf springs.
I am also educating myself regarding replacing the factory bump stops with blue SumoSprings.
Thanks, folks.
[edit] Picture of her in the wild, courtesy of my game camera
The arch in the leaf springs has decreased to the point where it has been advised I have them replaced. I can use OEM capacity springs, or beef them up a little (at the expense of a stiffer ride when unloaded).
I am unsure of adding capacity with heavier duty springs, in part, because I am not familiar with the capabilities of the stock 1500 frame and axles.
To that end, my question is - what differences were there between the 1/2 ton (v1500) and 3/4 ton (v2500) variant of this model? Thicker steel in the frame? Beefier rear axle? If there were such differences, I figure it is best to stick to OEM capacity leaf springs.
I am also educating myself regarding replacing the factory bump stops with blue SumoSprings.
Thanks, folks.
[edit] Picture of her in the wild, courtesy of my game camera
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