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: Rear Springs

Cheepin
10-17-2002, 08:41 PM
What are you guys running for rear springs?I am looking for something long with a offset pin.I was thinking of using Ford F-150 rears.(86-96)Any other rigs have nice soft long springs with good offset.Blazin no more:D
whatdaphuk
10-17-2002, 08:52 PM
the stock XJ springs are around 52 with a 2.5 or 3 " offset. I'm not sure if you would consider them long but they flexed well on a stocker. Also check the Chevy springs. Either the 52 or the 56" versions are offset(i know somebody will correct me and giove the right answer)
Cheepin
10-18-2002, 08:20 PM
The 52" chevys are not offset and I don't think the 56" ones are either.The plan now is 2.5" wide 86-96 F-150 rears with the short side to the rear.Unless I find something else better.Any others?Blazin:D
Kensoffroad
10-18-2002, 10:42 PM
Originally posted by whatdaphuk
the stock XJ springs are around 52 with a 2.5 or 3 " offset. I'm not sure if you would consider them long but they flexed well on a stocker. Also check the Chevy springs. Either the 52 or the 56" versions are offset(i know somebody will correct me and giove the right answer) these are they way to go we need to keep as many parts jeep as possible
NE-RokToy
10-19-2002, 04:50 PM
Originally posted by GPN Family
these are they way to go we need to keep as many parts jeep as possible

well if he can't run ford parts he better throw away ignition system then huh? :flipoff2:

run the fords, they flex great and they have alot of offset.
Cheepin
10-19-2002, 06:17 PM
Originally posted by GPN Family
these are they way to go we need to keep as many parts jeep as possible
The only thing Jeep left is the Frame and Tub.The rest is Chevy!!!Including the front springs, wiring harness and steering column.:D
SMART ASS
10-20-2002, 02:56 AM
yall are idiots

just got some 54" (unsprung measurement) with 6" ofset Cheb springs... 30$ Pair @ PNP 1/2 off weekend :p

my stock xj springs had (about) 4" ofset (short front / long rear)

The 54" cheb springs move the axle back 2" and i ran extended shackles, to compensate for 4" more in actual spring lenth...

CAME OUT KILLER! Very flexy nice droop...

Gunna be swaping a leaf spung unit up front soon with 4" yj lifted springs reverse shackle ;)

:flipoff2:
coiledcj7
10-20-2002, 09:44 AM
leaves what are you talking about? coils are the way to go. I can ramp 840 on a 30 degree ramp. , but if you really want off set springs i d use get some f150 springs and 1/4 liptic it. my buddy did and he set his wheel base to what he wanted.
doctor_G
10-20-2002, 11:50 AM
Dakota springs are 56" long with a 10" offset. 23/33
doctor_G
10-20-2002, 11:52 AM
Originally posted by coiledcj7
leaves what are you talking about? coils are the way to go. I can ramp 840 on a 30 degree ramp.

:rolleyes: That isn't something I'd brag about.
Cheepin
10-20-2002, 04:35 PM
Dumb Ass,oops I mean Smart Ass.The F-150 springs are 57" long with a 7"offset and a way softer than the Chevys.Why do you think the chevy guys are using them.Blazin:flipoff2:
SMART ASS
10-21-2002, 12:06 AM
Your just an idiot---\/ :p

Originally posted by coiledcj7
leaves what are you talking about? coils are the way to go. I can ramp 840 on a 30 degree ramp. , but if you really want off set springs i d use get some f150 springs and 1/4 liptic it. my buddy did and he set his wheel base to what he wanted.

Wow and this helps how? :flipoff2: ---\/

Originally posted by doctor_G
Dakota springs are 56" long with a 10" offset. 23/33

Hmmm, can you say personal preference :flipoff2:... Why do i care what the posers are doing??? :confused:

Originally posted by blazin
Dumb Ass,oops I mean Smart Ass.The F-150 springs are 57" long with a 7"offset and a way softer than the Chevys.Why do you think the chevy guys are using them.Blazin:flipoff2:

& With the above comment i believe you answerded your own posted question ... :rolleyes:

Originally posted by blazin
What are you guys running for rear springs?I am looking for something long with a offset pin.I was thinking of using Ford F-150 rears.(86-96)Any other rigs have nice soft long springs with good offset.Blazin no more:D
Cheepin
10-21-2002, 06:46 PM
No I didn't answer my own ?.My ? was what springs is eveyone using?Not what are the measurements of the fords.I didn't even think about the 56" chevys.Not a bad spring but I know the fords are softer.The Dakotas sound pretty good but that is really pushing it when you put the shackle on the short side.The pinion starts really pointing down on droop and causes U-joint bind and :nuke: Well think I will go with the Fords.Thanks Blazin:D