OME large overload

So is the large overload found on OME leaf packs pretty much just a 3/4" lift block?

 

Overload is typically a short leaf in the leaf pack, not a block. The block only increases height not load capacity.

 

But it's not really a leaf, is it? It only increases height. If I removed this and replaced it with a block (below the standard overload) it would be effectively the same suspension.



(picture taken from Hadokaguy's build thread and edited)

 

That's a leaf. A block is just a square pieces of aluminum or steel the sits on top of the axle and under the leaf pack.

 

dont do it man. no blocks.

 

I’m not planning to go for blocks, I’m just saying that this overload seems like a glorified lift block. I could remove it, and essentially have the same suspension (minus the thickness of the overload), right?

 

Yes but less capability for an overload condition

 

What he said.^^^ i noticed a lot of people removed the OL leaf. but I wouldnt just in case..

 

I think you're confused by the big gap that is between it and the thinner components. The weight of the truck will minimize that gap significantly, and then you have two things that will actually bring it into contact with the other components; (1) payload, (2) bumps in the road.

The purpose of the overload leaf/leaves is to dramatically increase the spring rate in the gap just prior to bottoming out.