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Dobinsons Leaf Spring Install Question

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Tacoluke97, Sep 10, 2021.

  1. Sep 10, 2021 at 2:59 PM
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    Tacoluke97

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    Installing my Dobinsons leaf springs in the morning, each leaf only has one clamp on the overload/support leaf where as I’ve seen others that have clamps on both sides, which direction do these go in? I’m not sure if this is a noob question or not, it’s my first time swapping leaf springs and would like to make sure I do everything correctly. Thank you!

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    Any insight is appreciated lol
     
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    Military wrap goes to the frame
     
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    Meaning closer to the rear door correct?
     
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    Yes, military wrap forward.
     
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    Great, thank you very much!
     
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    Sorry guys, just saw the tag (I don't get emails on tags).

    Yeah, you'd match up aftermarket parts with OE usually and you'll see that they normally only go in one way. Military wrap is the easiest way to identify aftermarket springs, as the bigger wrap end can't go into the shackle end (no room).
     

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