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Old 02-22-2012, 03:42 PM   #1
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Has anyone switched out the self-leveling suspension to non self leveling??

My suspension is horrible, i feel every bump in the road, the mechanic told me my accumulators are shot and i have a leak in the system. he recommended i switch over to non self leveling suspension as it would be cheaper. i just want to know how the ride feels from someone who has done this before. thanks for any insight.
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Basically the same as with SLS. Just loop the lines, run a taller spring shim in the back, and use Bilsteins (be careful not to buy the HD or sports).
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Old 02-23-2012, 10:20 AM   #3
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thanks man, feedback is appreciated.
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Basically the same as with SLS. Just loop the lines, run a taller spring shim in the back, and use Bilsteins (be careful not to buy the HD or sports).

Hey Ricky,
Why avoid HD's or the Sports?
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Old 02-25-2012, 10:13 AM   #6
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Hey Ricky,
Why avoid HD's or the Sports?
rough rides
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