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Old 12-19-2006, 10:33 AM   #17 (permalink)
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Re: Best helper springs for ride and hauling?

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Originally Posted by gerry
Does anybody know if i put a u-bolt on the front and rear leaf spring would it stop the axle warp from happening or just mount one on the front part of the leaf spring instead of putting a leaf spring helper.
You would only need 1 clamp at the front part of the spring where that 5/8" spring gap is. That will preload the spring and eliminate the axle wrap, but it also harshens the ride and lowers the rear by a 1/2".
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