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Helper spring installation

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by BountyOR_VF2, Aug 11, 2017.

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  1. Jan 24, 2019 at 4:22 AM
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    mfalbojr

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    I have the helper springs on my 2017. I pick up a 700# load once a week and haul it about 40 miles. They work well, especially for the price. I did not tighten them down much, so they didn't lift the truck. I really can't tell they are on the truck unless i load something heavy in it. I spayed them with bed liner before I installed them to keep them from making any noise. I think Sumo springs are really the way to go, but they cost a lot more.
     
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  2. Jan 24, 2019 at 4:33 AM
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  3. Jan 24, 2019 at 4:34 AM
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  4. Jan 24, 2019 at 6:35 AM
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    What's the advantage of doing something like this vs. firestone airbags?
     
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  5. Jan 24, 2019 at 2:05 PM
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    Airbags need to be inflated or deflated to adjust to the load, the springs are progressive. Install and done. No leaks ever.
     
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