leaf removal

[moonman]

any opinions on removing leafs to lower a 63 d200, pros,cons

[Hobcobble]

any opinions on removing leafs to lower a 63 d200, pros,cons

Pros:
Looks cool

Cons:
Load capacity reduction issues
Possible handling issues [bump-steer]
John

[oklamopar]

Do a search lowering options. It's a great topic. All be it long

[40YearOldFury]

I removed springs on the front and rear of my 65 D200. In front I had a 5 spring pack. I removed the 2nd and 4th spring and it sat nice but did not like speed bumps. I put those springs back in and now have the 3rd and 5th removed. Not as low but doesn't bottom out on the frame and oil pan. I guess I could have put on some rubber bump stops. It does soften up the ride a bit...not as harsh and bouncy. The rear I had like a 7 leaf pack...I took out the 4th and 6th I think, I'll have to double check. Overall drop on the fron is 2 1/2" and rear is about 2". Next is going to be a 3" drop axle on the front and flipping my rear axle.

[oklamopar]

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