I'm going to replace my 80's suspension lift, currently 3.5 and very stiff.

I have a 351W and plan on adding a winch and some bigger bumper later.

I'm going 3.5" lift, so what springs do you think I should get on the front?
(may be going 4 link on the rear with leaf springs). EDIT - I meant rear coil springs, not leaf.

Driving is around town, mild 4x4ing and camping/hunting/Moab stuff.

Its hard to tell with out riding in a vehicle set up.

Erik

I've got basically exactly what you are planning to do. I just replaced my suspension. You're welcome to take a ride Saturday if you'll be at the breakfast.


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Hey Mike did you get your new roller cam set up installed? If so how much of a change did it make on the highway.

What tire size are you planning to run? Also, why the leaf Springs if you link it?

I'd match the front and rear springs for the lift. If you're going to link it later you'll be able to adjust rake if the springs sag a little.

One option you might consider is going to coilovers if you've got the fabrication skills. I'm running spring rates that are a chunk lower than most of the available springs. The front soaks up bumps beautifully and I'm looking forward to linking the rear. Longer arms also makes a difference in ride quality if you haven't done that.