Thoughts on new leaf springs?

I've decided on a lift and am going with 2.5 fox extended coilovers no resi's w/ TC UCA's, and 2.0 fox extended with resi's in the rear.

My issue is I'm having a hard time deciding what leaf spring replacement to go with.

Been looking at OME dakars or standard all-pro's, or possibly something else if someone has a better recommendation.

I do have a topper, and my off-roading consists of low-speed trail riding mainly in Colorado. I do plan to convert the bed for storage and a bed system, and eventually get a rack for topper thus adding some weight.

It seems every leaf spring has its issues, so wanted to see what others recommended.

Thoughts??? And thank you!

 

Bump

 

Dakars FTW!!

 

Dakars, Alcan if you're putting a lot of weight back there.

 

I really liked the Dakars on my first gen. Only issue was they rusted quickly. Not very impressed with the finish however it was only cosmetic....surface rust not really corrosive

 

I heard Dakars squeak like a mofo

 

I heard most everything aftermarket-wise squeaks like a mofo. Leafs, UCAs, etc. It's just something ya gotta deal with.

 

Stock shouldn't squeak.

 

he specified aftermarket, bro bro

 

Yeah but leave the truck stock and you save money, won't have squeaks, can off road pretty much anywhere you need to anyhow.

 

not really true, but ok

 

SAS the truck then

 

speaking of squeaks and spent $$

 

LOL. You realize this is the turd gen section of TW, right?








My stock leafs have been squeaking since the 1200ish mile mark. I'm at 5333 now and really don't notice it any more...lol

 

Thanks for the responses everyone! This is exactly why it's so hard to decide on which leaf springs to get though, because it's truly based on individuals personal opinions. Everywhere I've searched people have voiced the same pros and cons of each brand. Sounds like I just have to make a decision and hope they work for me. If anyone else can chime in please do!