Steel_City_X
01-19-2007, 08:28 PM
I've got that ass sagging Xterra again.
Using the springs as the primary rear lift seems to be problematic. The soft flexible springs are killed with prolonged weight.
So, if one were to go SPOA, you could go with less arch in the springs, thus less stretch when compressed or carrying lots of crap like people and dogs and trailer. This would allow the springs to flex the desired number of inches.
What are the downside issues? Allen I think has done this. Eliminates those damn rock anchors (spring hangers). Those have been a pain on Blanca most recently because I can't actually drag myself over large thrusting objects.:errr:
I've got to do something with the back end of my Xterra. I've got a 2000 w/V6, so its not like I've got an enormous amount of power. Though, when in 4lo, I've got much more power.
Thought I would try to open a discussion. If I am contemplating new rear springs - how many sets - Factory, SLR 10 leaf (snapped eye), Ian's SLR set until they sagged too far, replacement SLR set (originally too stiff). Maybe I need to think about reinstalling some of the leaves in the third set of SLR springs.:whack: Yeah, beating a dead horse over my general dislike for SLR.
I am thinking of the spring shop out west on Hwy 50 in Grand Junction. If I order new springs, I might try something different. Id really like coils, but that may not be as doable.
Please throw some thoughts.
Todd
Using the springs as the primary rear lift seems to be problematic. The soft flexible springs are killed with prolonged weight.
So, if one were to go SPOA, you could go with less arch in the springs, thus less stretch when compressed or carrying lots of crap like people and dogs and trailer. This would allow the springs to flex the desired number of inches.
What are the downside issues? Allen I think has done this. Eliminates those damn rock anchors (spring hangers). Those have been a pain on Blanca most recently because I can't actually drag myself over large thrusting objects.:errr:
I've got to do something with the back end of my Xterra. I've got a 2000 w/V6, so its not like I've got an enormous amount of power. Though, when in 4lo, I've got much more power.
Thought I would try to open a discussion. If I am contemplating new rear springs - how many sets - Factory, SLR 10 leaf (snapped eye), Ian's SLR set until they sagged too far, replacement SLR set (originally too stiff). Maybe I need to think about reinstalling some of the leaves in the third set of SLR springs.:whack: Yeah, beating a dead horse over my general dislike for SLR.
I am thinking of the spring shop out west on Hwy 50 in Grand Junction. If I order new springs, I might try something different. Id really like coils, but that may not be as doable.
Please throw some thoughts.
Todd