Shocks
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the Bilstein 5100 series is rated for heavy duty applications, but the shock won't matter much once everything is settled. Heavier weight cannot be offset by shocks, you need more spring rate.
Look into the Timbren line of bumpstops to improve spring rate for heavier loads. they are expensive, but if your hauling something heavy, this is the way to truly offset it.
if your shocks are worn, however, you may need both.
Look into the Timbren line of bumpstops to improve spring rate for heavier loads. they are expensive, but if your hauling something heavy, this is the way to truly offset it.
if your shocks are worn, however, you may need both.
Id second that, shocks arnet designed to handle load, they are designed to keep the wheel on the road.
Springs support load. You can also look into the air bag helpers that go inside the spring and can be adjusted to the laod.
BigDaddy13440
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If I'm not mistaken, the 2500 uses leaf springs.
Your best bet would be to contact a spring shop, have them make you a set for heavier loads. I'd go for a progressive rate spring, hopefully with the same ride you have now, and much more firm as you load it down. You can even have them make the springs longer, if you want to lift your truck (or shorter, to drop....)
Another option is to get coilover springs, they will help when handling loads. Not as good as custom springs, however.
Your best bet would be to contact a spring shop, have them make you a set for heavier loads. I'd go for a progressive rate spring, hopefully with the same ride you have now, and much more firm as you load it down. You can even have them make the springs longer, if you want to lift your truck (or shorter, to drop....)
Another option is to get coilover springs, they will help when handling loads. Not as good as custom springs, however.
BigDaddy13440
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Not that much heavier, they only add another 800 lbs of capacity. And, they add from 3/4-1 1/4" of lift, depending on how worn the stock springs are - if he doesn't want to lift the rear, then the Z71's aren't an option.
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