General leaf springs

Anyone running the non HD 2/1 springs from general? Trying to decide between these or the HD 3/1 paired with 5100s. Thoughts?

 

No one huh?

 

I just had them installed on my first gen double cab, 3 leaf HD. So far I love them. Added 1-1.5 lift, but the ride is MUCH better. They look well built, and a great price.

 

You have the HD leafs or just the regular 2/1’s?

 

My bad....just realized u said you had the HD leafs.

 

Yeah went with the HD. General leaf told me that if I plan to haul any weight to go with the HD. I'll be hauling a dirt bike, camp gear, and tow a small trailer from time to time.

 

Thanks for the info. Did you need to order leaf spring bolts separately or do they come with the leafs? I know I need to order U bolts separately.

 

All the bolts and shackles you need to order separately, only thing they come with is bushings. I ended up getting all the parts here locally at a spring shop for cheaper though. Check around your parts, you might get a better deal (general charges too much shipping imo)

 

So I need 2 sets of these as well? https://www.generalspringkc.com/product_p/ts010.htm Jeez now this is getting expensive haha

 

Depends on the current condition and how much rust yours have. Some people use the existing shackles, I just chose to replace everything since I was already swapping things out, that way I can be 100% confident

 

Ok good to know. I had the TSB leafs done 3 years ago. Do u think they put new shackles on with new leafs?

 

Not sure of the procedure, but you could call a local dealership and ask if thats typical.

 

I just installed the HD’s. I love them. Ride is much better than stock.

 

http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=20092

I ended up going with these springs. $485 shipped. Comes with all the necessary hardware.