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#1
11-23-2005, 06:06 AM
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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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#2
11-23-2005, 05:22 PM
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?????
Need a pic of this, I don't quite understand.
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#3
11-23-2005, 06:51 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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#4
11-24-2005, 08:59 AM
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Re: Re: Leaf springs
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11-24-2005, 09:28 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, 10:24 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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#7
10-03-2006, 04:25 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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#8
10-03-2006, 04:46 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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#9
10-03-2006, 07:15 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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"When I step on the gas, I want people to think the world is coming to an end!" - Homer Simpson 2002 ECSB, Nelson Tune, LS1 electric fans, 145A alternator, K&N FIPK, 160º T-stat, TB coolant bypass, Corvette servo, 4 headlight mod, blue LED gauge cluster
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#10
01-07-2011, 10:04 PM
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Re: Leaf springs
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#11
01-08-2011, 09:04 AM
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Re: Leaf springs
[quote=ColoradoSilverado;6857392]I found a set of 2500 leaf springs that I'm installing soon, should lift the back up quite a bit.
[quote] If you have problems with these springs you found go here: http://www.autoandtrucksprings.com/p...g-1815-35.html with this job you [using old parts] will find it is not as easy as it looks.. with new springs and bushings it is an easy job. cost for the new kit is 155.00 ..that not to bad..
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