11-23-2005, 07:06 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Lochbuie, Colorado
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Leaf springs
I have a question about the leaf springs on my 2000 Silverado, aren't these supposed to be arched ? Mine are arched at both ends but the middle part ('bout 14 inches) are flat.
Bert
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11-23-2005, 06:22 PM
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?????
Need a pic of this, I don't quite understand.
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11-23-2005, 07:51 PM
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Re: Leaf springs
I think he means he's got a flat spot in the middle
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11-24-2005, 09:59 AM
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Re: Re: Leaf springs
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Originally Posted by BlenderWizard
I think he means he's got a flat spot in the middle
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Yes, that's what I mean, I wonder if they're worn a bit.
Bert
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11-24-2005, 10:28 AM
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You can get your spring re-arched, or just get some new ones.
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11-24-2005, 11:24 AM
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Re: Leaf springs
I think I have to get mine re-arc'd as the Passenger side leaf has a bit of a wave in it. It's not a smooth arc all the way along. However, the $445 CAN to do so has that job on hiatus right now. 
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10-03-2006, 05:25 PM
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Re: Leaf springs
Hey - How'd you make out with this? Did you ever get the job done? Mine look pretty flat too. Question: If replacing the leafs, would it do me any good to go to 3/4 ton leaf springs? Or would that make my truck ride a lot worse. I'm about to have the rear parking brake assembly on both wheels redone, so I might save if I do the leafs at the same time. Damn flood vehicles...
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10-03-2006, 05:46 PM
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Re: Leaf springs
If your looking at replacing springs, 3/4 tons are a ton stiffer. Go with a aftermarket. Im running 7" Betts on mine and it rides better than stock. You could run Alcan or Deavers for a bit more (the Deavers are military wrapped) I paid about $560 for the Betts. The big plus with the Deavers, Betts and Alcans, is they are custom made for what you do with your ride. If you do a lot of hauling and towing they can set the rate for heavier loads, where if you barely haul or tow they can soften them for the smoothest of rides.
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10-03-2006, 08:15 PM
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Re: Leaf springs
I hauled a whole pallet of roofing shingles in my truck over the summer. It was A LOT of weight and made the bumper go about 4" off the ground. My rear suspension has been squeaky since then.
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