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NEW FRONT COILS
Posted: Wed Mar 16, 2011 7:14 am
by huntnfreak
Wanted to get my front and rear suspension raised on my rear wheel drive due to sagging and keeping it almost original. Got a quote for 400 cash for a re-arch, add helper leafs and new coils on the front. The rear will be a little higher/stiffer as per my request for towing but was thinking maybe same for front coils maybe a little stiffer. Reason being, loads carried and passengers as well as clearance. Any thoughts on this? Is there a heavier front coil available for the Safaris or another vehicle coil that will fit? Easy enough job to do myself to save a few bucks, fronts coils that is without spring compressor?
Re: NEW FRONT COILS
Posted: Wed Mar 16, 2011 8:55 am
by LaGrasta
Spring compressors can be rented form most auto parts stores for free. As long as you return it, no cost. For extra clearance to help hauling, towing, etc, I recommend the 2" lift kit form Overland. It's cheap enough and easy enough to install and provide a much better look and practical height for a more useful van/truck.
2" body pucks, e-brake relocation bracket, leaf shackles. trim the wheel wells a bit along with the fan shroud and you're done.
I've also spent maybe just over another $100 or so and added rear AirLift bags. When I have a large haul or tow, I air them up and can add a considerable amount more of travel, close to 8"!