TW Help Build my Truck!

So I've got a 2013 DCSB 4x4 with sliders and a leveling kit on the front. I'm planning on upgrading wheels & tires when the stock ones run out and decided thats the best time to do a suspension lift too.

I've read a lot of the suspension thread and am seriously contemplating a LT suspension even though my truck is largely a DD, although I plan on doing more offloading once I've got more protection for my truck. Being a DD I don't think i can justify resi's, unless they'd ensure the suspension lasted considerably longer.

My questions are as follows: progressive vs digressive valving? Which do I want? I'm not entirely sure how these will 'drive' on & off road, but it seems like progressive would be better to have a softer ride for slower bumps/DD but a stiffer ride at speed (highway). Is this correct?

It's my understanding that proper 'droop' in the suspension is important for soaking up bumps like potholes. How do I ensure proper droop? I think I'm set on TC UCA's.

I've been disappointed with how little weight the stock rear end holds. The rear end feels pretty squishy in general. Any recommendations on a progressive leaf rear end that will hold weight better? I do some towing with my truck if that affects things (usually under 4k lbs).

Finally, I'm thinking of going with 285's. Get a larger tire, but nothing crazy as its mainly a DD. Will this require significant trimming with a LT suspension?

Thanks guys, I've seen some great rigs on this site and with some guidance I hope to slowly assemble one myself.

 

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