desmocruiser
SILVER Star
Regardless of the type/brand of springs, they are likely 20 years old and worn out as is other parts of the suspension and is due a makeover.
It sounds like it’s time to get to work inspecting and then replacing most of what was already done and yes Cruiser Outfitters will be your primary go to for most of what you need!
Here is where I would start, all as the big first initial step:
-Thorough inspection to identify anything loose, broken, worn beyond service etc. to address and potentially add to your parts list.
-Front end rebuild
-Tie Rod Ends, steering components addressed
-New Lift or replacement stock height springs and new Shocks
-Lift specific caster correction, new bushings with whichever correction method.
To do it correctly and get that planted feel back, I would budget $2-3000 for parts and another $2-3000 for labor if this isn’t anything you can complete yourself. This is all pretty typical for an 80 Series with unknown history and that mileage level.
It sounds like it’s time to get to work inspecting and then replacing most of what was already done and yes Cruiser Outfitters will be your primary go to for most of what you need!
Here is where I would start, all as the big first initial step:
-Thorough inspection to identify anything loose, broken, worn beyond service etc. to address and potentially add to your parts list.
-Front end rebuild
-Tie Rod Ends, steering components addressed
-New Lift or replacement stock height springs and new Shocks
-Lift specific caster correction, new bushings with whichever correction method.
To do it correctly and get that planted feel back, I would budget $2-3000 for parts and another $2-3000 for labor if this isn’t anything you can complete yourself. This is all pretty typical for an 80 Series with unknown history and that mileage level.