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I need new leaf springs... can i use 3500 springs?

Old Dec 12, 2007 | 07:21 AM
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I need new leaf springs... can i use 3500 springs?

as the title states, my truck has 308k miles and the leaf springs are weak. an i put springs from a 3500? i will be doing alot of towing with a gooseneck so im looking for the strongest... thanks!

btw i have a 95 single cab long bed 5 spd
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Old Dec 12, 2007 | 10:16 AM
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alot have gone to the overloads
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Old Dec 12, 2007 | 10:52 AM
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Can the 3500 spring be used up front as well? I bought a plow, and don't need as much suspension squat up front.
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Old Dec 12, 2007 | 12:15 PM
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Yes, you can use the 3500 springs both up front and in the rear.

Personally I would use air-bags, as they are adjustable and will never "sag". But you can't put that setup in the front without serious fabrication.
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Old Dec 12, 2007 | 04:41 PM
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I was going to suggest airbags too, I have the 3500 springs and they are great when towing, but the remaining 90% of the time they are very stiff.

I will look into airbags in the near future
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Old Dec 12, 2007 | 05:59 PM
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yeah you really cant beat being level no matter the weight you have behind you.
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