Replace 1 leaf spring? Or both
Laughing Gas
Joined: Aug 2003
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From: So. Cal.
The main risk with only replacing one set would be the probability of uneven ride height (side-to-side). But if you get a used spring to go with your stock (used) spring, you might be ok. Be sure the replacement has the same load rating as stock.
Elder User
Joined: Feb 2006
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From: SE Michigan
Usually springs are replaced in pairs. That is, both left and right in front or both left & right in the rear. This helps avoid having a strong new spring on one side and a weak older spring on the other side and making a bad situation worse. Such as the truck won't lean on the older weak spring side and it won't overwork the older spring and cause it to break when you carry a heavy load. Plus the steering and bumpy road controlability won't be adversly affected if you have a pair of new or good springs.
