Agree - I would like to investigate this option but none of the spring stockists here can recommend anything that will still allow AHC to function.Instead of a space are there heavier springs available?
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Agree - I would like to investigate this option but none of the spring stockists here can recommend anything that will still allow AHC to function.Instead of a space are there heavier springs available?
Instead of a space are there heavier springs available?
Agree - I would like to investigate this option but none of the spring stockists here can recommend anything that will still allow AHC to function.
Instead of a space are there heavier springs available?
Thanks for the detailed reply.It's certainly an option as we're talking about augmenting for load. Adding freelength to a spring while keeping spring rate, and adding spring rate with heavier springs are two different things with each having different merit.
As a general strategy for an off-roader, the slinkiest softest springs are going to give it the most compliance, articulation, and capability. Want to keep as much of that as possible while augmenting for load.
For a stock weight LX that will tow on occasion, it's best IMO to keep stock spring rates. Using spacers to adjust free length to support the sensor lift.
A rig is built with more installed weight like armor and overlanding gear, incrementally more spring rate could be called for. The AHC system already has a lot of ability to add progressive spring rate to compensate.
As I use my rig in a varied fashion, from almost stock weight to 2200lbs payload (my Airstream tongue is 1200lbs alone), my preference is spacers to compensate for the sensor lift, and airbags inflated to 18PSI, to handle laden towing and trip duty.
Thanks for the detailed reply.
I tend to agree with this logic. It’s only that others are installing the upgraded coils with success. Perhaps they have more static load. For me it’s only while I’m towing (which will be constantly as I will be touring around for 12months). There don’t appear to be any direct fitment spacers for 40-50mm unless cutting of the bump stop is required.
I’m leaving towards the coil upgrade if suitable, as this can still have spacers added if required and easily reversible if required.
Airbags would be great but it’s the costs putting me off.
Can you still access full L with these?