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Allpro or OME Dakar Leafs, Which ones?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by keisersoze, Nov 17, 2011.

  1. Nov 17, 2011 at 6:28 PM
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    keisersoze

    keisersoze [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I want to get a set of leafs for my 2010. I cant decide if I want Allpro standard duty springs or OME Dakars. I need help to decide.
     
  2. Nov 17, 2011 at 7:00 PM
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    Sunner

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    Im in the same boat as you but didnt want to ask this question since there are probably a lot of threads on it, I dont want to do the research either so thank you!!! lol. I myself am leaning towards the AllPros, I do believe I read somewhere that they flatten out after a few years but not sure, havn't read anything about the Dakars yet.
     
  3. Nov 17, 2011 at 11:05 PM
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    Boost JuNkY

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    Im running AP standard. Rides and flexes good. The only real weight i put on there was towing a 3000lb boat and it was fine. However, I was disappointed as I only got 2 1/4" lift out of them on my DC. Not sure if it was a bad batch but ended up adding a 1" block to get the rake I want. I wish I went with the expos.
    The ARB is a bit stiffer ride. Dont know how they are offroad as Ive only ridden with one on street.
     
  4. Nov 17, 2011 at 11:07 PM
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    OZ-T

    OZ-T You are going backwards

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    I'm happy with my Dakars , haul great and flex is good .
     
  5. Nov 17, 2011 at 11:09 PM
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    Hiatt1991

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    I have the allpro expedition leafs and they are pretty dang smooth.
     
  6. Nov 18, 2011 at 4:13 AM
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    jandrews

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    I'd go with Dakars, mainly to avoid giving All-Poo money (even though their leaf packs, which are actually made for them by another company (In Indonesia, in the case of my buddy who bought a set of Expos), are pretty good).
     
  7. Nov 18, 2011 at 4:17 AM
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    Slimwood Shady

    Slimwood Shady I love your mom!

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    JA I know you hate Allpro, but you have to give them props for the leafs....I love my expos. I will let you all know how they do off rd after this weekend...
     
  8. Nov 18, 2011 at 7:05 AM
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    keisersoze

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    I was thinking about the expos too but allpros website says they add an extra inch of lift and I wont be towing or carrying too much maybe one in a while. I have read conflicting posts on here about how much lift people are getting from the standard and expos.
     
  9. Nov 18, 2011 at 7:21 AM
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    skunk

    skunk what did I miss?

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    YOU WILL BE MISSED Satoshi Grill, FX-R retros, husky liners, bed bolt d-rings, TRD short throw shifter, 2.5 Fox Coil overs, AP UCA's, AP Expo rear leaf with Fox 2.0 shocks, Extended SS brake lines, AP kick-out sliders, 265/75/16 on Konig Countersteers, AllPro Apex front bumper and Zip Ties.
    I just installed the Epos on the back of my truck.... still have the 265/70/16 Stock tires too!:D

    You can definitely tell it is better than stock as far as the ride. Without weight it is a little stiff but I bought a truck not a limo so I don't mind it.
     
  10. Nov 18, 2011 at 7:54 AM
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    skunk what did I miss?

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    YOU WILL BE MISSED Satoshi Grill, FX-R retros, husky liners, bed bolt d-rings, TRD short throw shifter, 2.5 Fox Coil overs, AP UCA's, AP Expo rear leaf with Fox 2.0 shocks, Extended SS brake lines, AP kick-out sliders, 265/75/16 on Konig Countersteers, AllPro Apex front bumper and Zip Ties.
    I'll post pics but only because you asked like an ass clown.

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  11. Nov 18, 2011 at 8:04 AM
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    skunk what did I miss?

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    YOU WILL BE MISSED Satoshi Grill, FX-R retros, husky liners, bed bolt d-rings, TRD short throw shifter, 2.5 Fox Coil overs, AP UCA's, AP Expo rear leaf with Fox 2.0 shocks, Extended SS brake lines, AP kick-out sliders, 265/75/16 on Konig Countersteers, AllPro Apex front bumper and Zip Ties.
    Nearly 4" in the back and in the front I'm around 2.5", I haven't adjusted them up to 3" yet.
     
  12. Nov 18, 2011 at 8:09 AM
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    I know I'm the only 1st genner here in the midst of a 2nd gen question, but I love my AllPro Expos. They are stiff, but it's a truck. They ride great with some weight in the rear (sandbags in the winter, camping/hunting/fishing/firewood in the summer and fall). They flex nice, and I like them. My only complaints was that they developed a surface rust, and they do squeak a little bit. I sanded the factory paint off and painted it with some black rustoleum. I still love them though, and they haven't even truly "broken in".
     
  13. Nov 18, 2011 at 8:14 AM
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  14. Nov 18, 2011 at 9:46 AM
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    Hub to bottom of fender measurements on the expos anyone?
     
  15. Nov 18, 2011 at 10:58 AM
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    I'll post up the measurements later this afternoon.
     
  16. Nov 18, 2011 at 11:02 AM
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    love my dakars on my 1st gen...had them for 3 weeks now....over 1000 miles no squeeks...comfortable ride!
     
  17. Nov 18, 2011 at 11:03 AM
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  18. Nov 18, 2011 at 11:09 AM
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    do you plan on upgrading shocks as well? Is it necessarry due to the lift? Im also thinking about getting a leaf pack but am not sure if I would HAVE TO get longer shocks.
     
  19. Nov 18, 2011 at 11:10 AM
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    I believe if you call Alcan they will make you a leaf pack to get the desired height you want with the load you usually carry
     
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