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Old Oct 16, 2012 | 02:15 PM
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Suspension question y'all.

I have purchased a 2000 X 2wd that belonged to my boss. It is in great shape and I am looking forward to driving it for as long as it will serve it's purpose. He pulled a travel trailer with for the last six years and the rear springs have some sag to them. I did some research on line and found an add a leaf spring from Skyjacker. My question to you guys is can I put it on myself or should I take it to a shop. I have owned quite a few HD trucks and have never had the need to do any suspension modifications. Any help would be appreciated.
 
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Old Oct 16, 2012 | 02:48 PM
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First, welcome to the fold.

I would look into the air bags instead of the add a leaf. I just dont think in the long run you will get what you want with the add a leaf.

Yes either one you should be able to install on your own. Many have documented all sorts of installs, ya just gotta search, as there is a tonne of info on here.

I did the full spring upgrade, but I also have the 4 x 4, so it a little different on the front, so over all different dynamics on the reasoning for springs.

You could also look into the RAS system.
 
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Old Oct 17, 2012 | 03:06 AM
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Air bags will definitely get rid of the rear sag on your truck, among other benefits. We offer a 57132 LOADLIFTER 5000; LEAF SPRING LEVELING KIT for your application. Let me know if you have any questions.
 
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