Originally Posted by DaveRS23
Originally Posted by Moparite
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Shock absorbers don't carry or support the load


Ever heard of Hijackers? If it where mine i would get new springs or find a place that can re arch the originals. Getting "helper" springs to fix sagging springs is just a bandaid for the original problem.


tsk U.S. made Hellwig helper springs are not a band-aid. And they certainly are not the equivalent of air shocks. tsk They are basically like adding an additional leaf. Just heavier and adjustable.

Many of us have had our half century old original springs re-arched only to have them sag back down. And what height they are actually re-arched to is a crap shoot. And many of the new springs suffer the same issues.

I have had new springs and have had original springs re-arched. I have not been happy with the results. You are kinda stuck with whatever height comes out of the box with no way to set the height or balance that you want.

The Hellwig helper springs solve all of those issues. Permanently. They also allow you to change the height should you change tires or just want a little different look. Try that with new or re-ached springs.

Less than $100, American made quality, adjustable, easy install, stealthy.............what's not to like?


Have to agree with Dave here - been there done that over the years - re-arching is a waste of money and time and Chinese new springs - just a matter of time and will sag lower than the worn out originals. I've had good experiences with helper springs too - and as Dave said, you can change height to your liking easily much much better than Hijackers and Chinese springs.

Last edited by FJ6AAR; 04/15/22 04:07 PM.

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