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Best route for rear springs, if any?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by SpeedoJosh, Mar 1, 2017.

  1. Mar 1, 2017 at 1:49 AM
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    SpeedoJosh

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    So I'm ordering up parts for my 2010 and I am not sure what to do with the rear leaf springs. I just ordered some UCAs, and am about to order King OEM replacements for the front and rear. Going extended travel up front. Not really looking to lift, will leave the Kings at their factory setting, and ideally would like the truck to be level or have a tiny rake.
    Currently I have stock leaves in the back, but will be getting the recall leaves, what ever those consist of. Will also be adding a plate bumper. What else would be needed to keep the truck level and riding smooth in the rear? Full leaf replacement, AAL, etc...?

    Thanks
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  2. Mar 1, 2017 at 3:19 AM
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    sjwhitaker

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    I'm in the same situation. I've heard great things about the Dakar leaf springs from Old Man Emu but I have a budget set that is going to make me pick between a full leaf pack or an add a leaf and upper control arms. I had a Icon AAL on my old Tacoma and had nothing bad to say about it. It rode great and got the job done.
     
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    Dakars are spoken highly of, I'd go that route. Deavers are also good but pricy. Cheers
     
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    I wouldn't change the rear leafs unless they're not doing something you expect them to do. I wouldn't waste my time with the TSB either.
     
  5. Mar 1, 2017 at 7:49 AM
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    I'd prefer not to change them, but worried the factory setting on the Kings and the rear plate bumper will give me the cali look.

    I'm still going to get the recall leaves though. Don't want to chance mine snapping in two.
     
  6. Mar 1, 2017 at 7:54 AM
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    eccracer104

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    If I were in your shoes I'd go with an AAL (Add A Leaf) several great options out there for them too.

    On my truck I have the All Pro Standard leaf springs, they're 3" lift springs and run great on and off road. They may lift the rear end higher than what you'd like though, but if you do go with a full replacement pack they're great.
     
  7. Mar 1, 2017 at 11:24 AM
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    Yea, trying to avoid buying lift springs and having to remove some. I'll probably do the add a leaf. I was going to just install everything and see how it looked, but while I'm taking the rear shocks off, might was well toss in the AAL while I'm down there.
     

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