deaver question

[raptor556]

Alright easy question for those that have done it.

I'm looking to put a little weight in the bed. lets say around 500 pounds

do the deaver +2's take care of that without having to go to +3

I personally like how it sits from the factory. This is a functional upgrade, I care nothing for cosmetics.

I have one goal. the rear end not sagging badly with just a little weight in the bed.
I do not tow or really plan on it at all.

truck is gen 2 and all oem suspension so far. I have no desire than to do any more than is necessary

 

[HOLLYWOOD 1]

I would go +3, just to be on the safe side.

 

[Chiefapple]

If you don't want sag, you need to get the HD version. On my last truck I went +3HD with a drop shackle to keep it closer to stock height.

 

[raptor556]

was just reading about the icons. seem like the obvious choice and adjustable

 

[Zeusmotorworks]

I did +2HDs leaving OE fronts and I'm ever so slightly higher in the back but you have to stare for a minute. Then when I drop the boat on, same other way around if not level. However, my Raptor was strangly level bone stock on the dealer lot.

 

[raptor556]

I did +2HDs leaving OE fronts and I'm ever so slightly higher in the back but you have to stare for a minute. Then when I drop the boat on, same other way around if not level. However, my Raptor was strangly level bone stock on the dealer lot.

Appreciate that real world example based on experience.

The fact is that a rear leaf change is probably not needed. most of my driving is street with very little weight in back. but it's worth considering

 

[Wilbur]

I ordered +2HDs and about to get them installed today. Hoping I made the right choice but we'll see! Honestly I'll be happy if it just gets rid of the axle wrap.

 

[Zeusmotorworks]

I ordered +2HDs and about to get them installed today. Hoping I made the right choice but we'll see! Honestly I'll be happy if it just gets rid of the axle wrap.

It will help significantly. With an empty bed at first you will notice the ride is a little more stiff. However that goes away quickly when you notice the benefits like the decreased axle wrap, axle stability (less dancing over washboard etc), and WAY less sag with any real weight in the bed or on the hitch. Also, they SEEM to "break in" a little too. Definitely top of the best mod list.

 

[OEMPlus Raptor]

Stay away from Icons......trust me.

 

[RotorHead695]

I have Eibachs in the front and carry a static load of 400 lbs in the bed. The sag on the OEM springs was noticeable even before putting on the Eibachs. I have the Deaver +3HD and it now sits level. I wish I had gone with the +4 HDs to handle additional sag when trailer is attached or more weight added to the bed.