Removing Overload Springs, How Much Drop?
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Doesn't the middle spring carry some load? So if it's removed wouldn't the spring become softer? As my truck sits now, the overload spring isn't doing anything, so I figure removing it would drop the rear the same amount as the thickness of the overload leaf, and won't change the ride too much. I'm looking for a minimal drop in the rear, like 1/2" to level it out. Sounds like removing any of the leafs would drop it too much.
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I don’t have anything to add for your 1988 Suburban, but I did recently pull the middle spring on my 2005 RCSB Z71, as being discussed in this thread. It dropped mine around 3.5”. It did soften the ride some, which was what I was looking to do. Before, with my Viking shocks even set to full soft, the ride was still very stiff. Thought that info might be helpful if someone else stumbles upon this thread.
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