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4x4 Related Groups => Tech Talk => Topic started by: JackstandJohnny on April 09, 2010, 02:40:46 PM

Title: can add a leafs replace broken leafs?
Post by: JackstandJohnny on April 09, 2010, 02:40:46 PM

actually this would be for the Dodge. rear leaf is broken;  could i take out the broken leaf and use an add a leaf?
(i would do this to each side)

just wondering......

Title: Re: can add a leafs replace broken leafs?
Post by: WhiteOut on April 09, 2010, 02:56:00 PM

Swap in a new rear axle with coil spring conversion, run 36's.

Title: Re: can add a leafs replace broken leafs?
Post by: thayer03 on April 09, 2010, 03:46:23 PM

If you pull the spring pack and take it to standens I'm sure it wouldnt cost much for them to just replace the broken leaf.  I used to work in the shop there.

Title: Re: can add a leafs replace broken leafs?
Post by: cLAY on April 09, 2010, 09:04:26 PM

As long as its not the main leaf I don't see why not. However if you've broken one leak the rest probably aren't in the best of shape. I second  talking to Standens.

Title: Re: can add a leafs replace broken leafs?
Post by: Waytec on April 09, 2010, 11:31:04 PM

Do you want the mechanic answer or the farmer answer?

Title: Re: can add a leafs replace broken leafs?
Post by: XJHERO on April 09, 2010, 11:39:34 PM

did you mean an answer from a mechanic who paid someone to set up his gears or from a automotive one??
 ;D

Title: Re: can add a leafs replace broken leafs?
Post by: Waytec on April 09, 2010, 11:58:24 PM

It is funny I turn wrenches all day and on the weekend I don't want to do it, anyways paying someone and I keep my sanity is worth every penny.

 The Heavy Equipment Mechanic answer is take it to a spring shop and have them replace the broken one or call wreckers and find a replacement.
Suspension I remember that from school. FYI the ride suspension in a D11 is in the seat.