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Rear leaf springs

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by baboltin, Nov 7, 2016.

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  1. Nov 7, 2016 at 11:14 AM
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    baboltin [OP] New to the 3rd gen world!

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    So I went ahead a purchased a hunting quad which the weight of it is 740 dry weight and when I loaded it up to take it home I noticed that I'm about a inch off of the bump stops. What do you guys suggest I do to stiffen up the leaf springs to handle the extra weight ?
     
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  2. Nov 7, 2016 at 11:15 AM
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    Dakars, Air Bags.
     
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  3. Nov 7, 2016 at 11:17 AM
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  4. Nov 7, 2016 at 11:17 AM
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    Air bags are probably your best bet.
     
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  5. Nov 7, 2016 at 11:20 AM
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    Airbags or full leaf packs.
     
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  6. Nov 7, 2016 at 9:26 PM
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    What is the cheap route ? And what is the smoothest route?
     
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  7. Nov 7, 2016 at 9:44 PM
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    You get to pick one, not both.

    Cheapest is AAL, and it'll ride smooth unloaded, but it will sag and ride like shit with abuse. Does not help with axle wrap.

    Airbags are next and can be inflated/ deflated to match your load - rides stock deflated. Does not help with axle wrap.

    Real springs are the best solution. They are a stiffer ride, but not rough. They will carry the load and still ride nice (airbags - that's up for debate) and they'll last a long time. Fixes axle wrap.

    I have Dakars (with the extra leaf) and air bags.
     
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  8. Nov 7, 2016 at 9:47 PM
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    Is there a certain brand leaf springs I should look into ? What is the price range for new leafs ?
     
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  9. Nov 7, 2016 at 10:16 PM
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    OME Dakars are around $450. @HeadStrong Off-Road has free shipping and Marie is a pleasure to deal with. She really knows our trucks.
     
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  10. Nov 8, 2016 at 3:38 PM
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    We have them on special now to which can save some $$$ too
     
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  11. Nov 8, 2016 at 3:38 PM
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    @scocar again
     
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  12. Nov 8, 2016 at 3:44 PM
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    Hey Marie. Can you give me a quote for Dakars plus the
    $82 D29XL Leaf Spring
    D29XL, including CA tax?

    Edit: sorry OP, I got all excited.
     
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    Add a second set of AALs to his invoice, please.

    Kthx.
     
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  14. Nov 8, 2016 at 3:50 PM
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    Dakar Leaf Pack (replace your existing leafs entirely).
     
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  15. Nov 8, 2016 at 4:07 PM
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    @HeadStrong Off-Road
     
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    Will do! :wink:
     
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    :fistbump:
     
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