sagging back end
#1
sagging back end
my truck was used to tow a 21' bass boat before i owned it (more weght than thecapacities of a blazer) now the back end saggs if i got the block that goes under the leaf would that bring it close to normal or should i stay away from them i think its a 1 or 2 inch block
#2
RE: sagging back end
Considering that the leaf springs arch beneath the axles on s-series rear axles, adding a 1' or 2' block would lower your back end. If you mean shackles, a 2' shackle would bring you back up, but that would just be hiding the problem. What you need is an add-a-leaf or you need to have your springs re-arched.
#3
RE: sagging back end
+1
If you springs have sagged that much, you really need to have a good look at them. You may be able to re-arch them, but look very closely for cracked leaves. Many times, one of the internal leaves will crack, causing the sag.
If you springs have sagged that much, you really need to have a good look at them. You may be able to re-arch them, but look very closely for cracked leaves. Many times, one of the internal leaves will crack, causing the sag.
#4
RE: sagging back end
the add a leaf looks like a good idea i dont think any of the leafs have cracked
#5
RE: sagging back end
I think the saggy-*** syndrome is synonomous with blazers, especially with first gens. (Like mine) I just added shackles and brought it back up, and beyond normal ride height. The springs were in great shape and didnt need re-arching. I also tweaked the front torsion bars and brought it back level. Next step is to do the "redneck" body lift tomorrow!
#6
RE: sagging back end
I have/had the same problem with my 2000 blazer. I put a pair of Rough Country add-a-leafs on and it solved my problem with the back end sagging when pulling our 5000 lb horse trailer or speed boat. However, the ride is a bit rougher, more truck like than before, but thats fine. My problem is that the rear is now about 2 or more inches higher than the front. How can I raise the front end to level my vehicle? I have heard about raising the torsion bars but that might cause a problem with cv joints and ball joints (just had them replaced at 98000 miles). any suggestions? even with trailer hooked up it still is higher in the back. I do like the way the add-a-leafs do their job though.
#7
RE: sagging back end
do you know where you can re-arch the leafes or how i can do it if i can ?
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02-26-2011 02:08 PM