Icon Vehicle Dynamics Suspension Question: Arent all suspension lifts essentially the same?
NO! Contrary to popular belief not all lift kits are created equal. Different manufacturers utilize different methods of achieving lift as well as different geometries to address specific requirements. For straight axle leaf sprung trucks most manufacturers incorporate the use of replacement front springs. These will vary in design and materials. Generally thin multi leaf (10-12) spring packs provide superior ride quality over spring packs with (4-6) thick leafs. The quality of the materials used for the manufacturing of these springs also has a significant effect on the ride quality and longevity of the springs. A few manufacturers offer spring relocation hangers in order to achieve lift in lieu of replacement springs. This offer the advantage of a lower spring rate which in and of themselves will not adversely effect ride quality. The quality of materials and construction of these as well as other components such as the track bar bracket, sway bar links and u-bolts also vary between
