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01-23-2005, 10:14 AM | #1 | |
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95.5 Rodeo 4X4 Rear Suspension (leaf springs)
Has anyone replaced the rear leaf springs. Mine seem to be very weak. I bottom out now on bumps that wouldn't have done it earlier. If so where did you get them. Are they OEM or aftermarket. Thanks
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01-23-2005, 11:07 AM | #2 |
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Re: 95.5 Rodeo 4X4 Rear Suspension (leaf springs)
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01-26-2005, 11:18 PM | #3 | |
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You might want to check your rubber shackle bushings before you drop a bundle on springs. I had the bottoming noise on my 93 Rodeo and traced it to metal to metal at the rear shackle. If your springs are toast, take them to a spring shop for a re-arch.
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02-08-2005, 10:46 AM | #4 | |
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Re: 95.5 Rodeo 4X4 Rear Suspension (leaf springs)
In regards to the statement above, I too have been expereincing this annoying issue (new rear shock though). Has anyone changed the rubber shackle from the leaf spring setup? Is this easy to swap out? My leaf springs are still ok though.
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Re: 95.5 Rodeo 4X4 Rear Suspension (leaf springs)
I have a 1994 Isuzu Rodeo (2.6L 2 wheel drive) and have experienced the very same issues you have described. I would bet you anything that the leaf springs on the rear end of your Rodeo are just weak form time and travel. The easiest way to address this issue is by installing a set of leaf spring helpers. They are often used to stiffen the rear suspension for carrying the extra weight when towing, but the also will help add new life to worn/tired leaf springs. You can find them sold in pairs ranging in price from $39.99 + from several internet based stores and at local stores such as Advanced, Autozone, Pep Boys, etc. I installed a set of leaf spring helpers on my Rodeo in less than a hour and it made a world of difference, no more bottoming out or leaning heavy in a turn.
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02-19-2011, 10:14 PM | #6 | |
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Re: 95.5 Rodeo 4X4 Rear Suspension (leaf springs)
This thread is 6 yrs old, I bet he solved his problem by now
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02-20-2011, 04:56 AM | #7 | |
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Re: 95.5 Rodeo 4X4 Rear Suspension (leaf springs)
Probably so. I just wanted to share what I experienced for anyone else that may stumble across this old thread like I did while researching the same types of issues.
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