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Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Skip1457, Jan 16, 2012.

  1. Jan 16, 2012 at 5:51 PM
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    Skip1457

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    First, Thank everyone for fantastic advice.

    I am going with OME 885's, Dakar leafs, and a drop kit. The truck always is laden with a fiberglass cap mounted with an extensive Yakima rack. Often is loaded with 1/4 chord of fire wood, and is usually loaded wih a hitch motocycle carrier. KTM 200 = 225LBS. Right now, the truck looks squashed and easily hits the stop bumpers in the rear.

    Do you think this is the fix?

    Plus, I believe leveling might need more thought.
     
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  2. Jan 16, 2012 at 5:58 PM
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    Given your statement "looks squashed" 884 springs might keep you from being nose-high.
     
    bjmoose, Jan 16, 2012
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  3. Jan 16, 2012 at 6:03 PM
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    884s like said above will help the rear from looking sagged when carrying a load. But without a load it may have too much rake. It all depends on what u would rather have.
     
    especk, Jan 16, 2012
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  4. Jan 16, 2012 at 7:31 PM
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    You could also stick with the 885s and add the
    $81 D29XL Leaf Spring
    D29XL extra leaf set to your Dakars later on if/when they sag a bit under that extra weight.
     
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