Big Chief
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- 2004
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- Hemi 5.7
Hey guys, I figured the "lifted" forum would have the most experience with this question... Are my leaf springs still good or shot? They seem almost straight, infact a slight upside down arch on the axle. Is this normal?
Quick background.. 2004 1500 5.7L. I am original owner, 80k miles. I never really noticed the leafs until about a year ago.
Suspension is all original, except new upper/lower ball joints afew years back. I'm wondering if I should be replacing all 4 shocks at this point, 11 yrs old?
I tow a boat on a regular basis, never had any issues though. I have had several "questionable" loads in the bed over the years (rock and sand) that made the axle hit the stoppers. Other than that, truck gets regular use.
Thanks for any insights.
Quick background.. 2004 1500 5.7L. I am original owner, 80k miles. I never really noticed the leafs until about a year ago.
Suspension is all original, except new upper/lower ball joints afew years back. I'm wondering if I should be replacing all 4 shocks at this point, 11 yrs old?
I tow a boat on a regular basis, never had any issues though. I have had several "questionable" loads in the bed over the years (rock and sand) that made the axle hit the stoppers. Other than that, truck gets regular use.
Thanks for any insights.
