Deaver U402 advice

Im currently sitting on 4”/2” with about .5” reverse rake after adding bedrack and gear (150 lbs ish) looking to add deaver u402 leafpacks but torn between stage 1 and stage 2. I probably will run another 50 pounds additional constantly and camping gear with rooftop tent will add likely another 200 pounds they will not be on the truck at all times. Leaning toward stage2 but don't want to be too ass high unloaded. What sez ye masses? Pic for attention

 

Not sure why i cant see replies… but heres the email. First, thanks for the compliment. I agree rake is good i just dont want crazy rake. Really thinking stage 2. Right now in the front I am 24.5 hub to fender and 24 flat in the back with a 2” block

 

Stage 2 would be nice. I hate sagging, I rather have a huge rake than a saggy ass

 

Sounds like stage one would be your best bet. I'd get the stage that you're carrying 90% of the time. If you're constantly over 400lbs then get stage 2.

Stage one would give you a better ride quality given your load and more flex/droop for off-roading.

 

Going off this, you want all of your suspension to be as soft as possible for the weight you’ve got. Going overboard on coilover springs or a leafpack can be a real pain in the ass — literally.

 

Just installed stage 1's this past weekend. Rough measurement from center of hub to bottom of fender 23.75. I have factory triple fold bed cover, bed mat, and about 30-40 pounds of gear at all times. This is on a 21 Dcsb. Hope this helps

 

my rear bumper with swingout is ~275, with no tire.. Im planning on getting stage 3

 

Yep, soft springs and firm shock valving will give you a better ride than the reverse. Go stage 1 IMO.

 

I have the stage 2 because I don’t want my truck to squat

 

this helps greatly! that is too low! I am right at 24" now with a Dobinsons Quick ride block and factory leafs. Stage 2 it is