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Old 01-31-2016, 10:47 AM
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I know I should either get the aftermarket 3500 lb helwig helpers or air bags for towing just have not decided on which way to go .
 
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Or another choice.......

Find your nearest spring shop. Most major cities have one or two. Tell them what you want in the way of rear suspension performance, then ask them what they would do and how much it would cost. I think you'll find that solution cost effective when compared to OEM parts.
 
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Old 01-31-2016, 11:24 AM
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Originally Posted by 406
I do kindof like the idea of airbags though...
Me too, and it should be easier to install. I have had air bags before and they have worked great. It gives you the ability to handle a heavier load without the sag. I feel the heavier toyhaulers I had towed better when I had air bags and prevented the suspension from being loaded down.
 
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Originally Posted by fordman19762003
I'd get an aftermarket overload spring, the factory one is too soft and really doesn't help all that much anyway.
I completely disagree with that. I carry a 2300# concrete block in the winter for ballast and I modified my overloads to engage right away and the truck raised back up 2". I would say those springs work pretty damn good
 
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Originally Posted by Hotrod70d
Why not just run the helwig aftermarket helper springs , ya it's not factory , work just as good or go with the airbag setup just a thought.
yes...add the overload overleaf kit...comes with all hardware and you do not have to remove anything thats there now. 20 to 30 minutes per side and your done.
 
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