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Is there any reason to do springs when swapping to 5100s?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by 6xchamps, Jun 23, 2015.

  1. Jun 23, 2015 at 7:19 PM
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    Like many here I'm switching over to the 5100 shocks. I'm looking only to level my truck out, is there any reason to throw new springs on as well? My truck sees minimal off roading
     
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  2. Jun 23, 2015 at 7:20 PM
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    No. Unless yours are shot and sagging.
     
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  3. Jun 23, 2015 at 7:22 PM
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    That was what I was thinking. Just wondering
     
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  4. Jun 23, 2015 at 7:52 PM
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    How many miles on the springs?
     
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  5. Jun 23, 2015 at 7:54 PM
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    Lol, I can't even say. Not like I don't know.
    I can't bring myself to answer that shit
    It's 2015 so...ahhh yeah. Definitely got my answer
     
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  6. Jun 23, 2015 at 7:55 PM
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    Lol. You're good then!
     
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