Hellwig 1250 EZ Level Helper Spring Kit
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Yes, both sides are equipped with springs and clamps. There will be no need for any additional components.
I've had them on my truck for two years and they've really helped me out. On average, I have about 1500 pounds in my bed and it sits nice and level with the weight, but without a load, the truck rides a little rough.
I'm not sure, but these springs were not designed for my truck, but with a few tweaks, they worked fine.
They might be able to. Just be sure to get the right one for your car.
Selected User Reviews For Hellwig 1250 EZ Level Helper Spring Kit
My truck is a 2000 Toyota Tacoma regular cab 2wd. With lawn equipment weighing around 1,500 pounds, I tow a 6x12 single axle utility trailer. The truck's original leaf springs were adequate, but they had a lot of room for improvement. My truck's bed would sag a few inches if I stood inside it. There was noticeable sway/roll in the truck bed if I rocked back and forth. I'd stand in the back of the truck after installing the parts, and it'd sag by about a foot. 2 inches, but then it comes to a halt. It's not a hard stop, but after the first inch or two of sag, the suspension becomes noticeably firmer. br>There is about a 75-percent chance of rocking the truck back and forth. 80% improvement in the amount of sway/roll that happens that happens that happens that happens that happens that happens that happens The truck has a firmer feel to it now. It has a more substantial feel to it. The ride is a little rougher than before, but it wasn't that bad to begin with, so it didn't detract from my enjoyment of the vehicle. When the trailer is loaded, it performs much better in terms of pulling the trailer. There isn't much of a difference when the trailer is empty. For the price, this is an excellent product that was simple to set up. These helper springs can be installed by anyone who can change their oil.
This wasn't going to work, I thought. I have 300k on my ranger and it has been overloaded a few times, but it hasn't been because of the weak springs. Install was simple in front of the axle, but I had to cut the leaf spring clamp in the back, which isn't a big deal if you have a sawzall, and it took me about an hour in total. 5 inches higher, test drive, big difference, handles like a dream, I don't feel the role like before, load isn't a problem like before, 10 bags of top soil by my tailgate would sag the back end, now, 15 bags and it moves an inch, not 4 inches like before, i love these, faster than putting in new springs and a little cheaper, should have done this years ago.
- Because I had to grind the metal brackets off the leaf springs in order for the u-bolts to fit, these were a little difficult to install on my 1999 Chevy S10 4X4
bolts to ensure that the helper springs are properly secured The installation took about 3 hours in total.
- When I was told they were progressive loading springs, I was a little taken aback. I was under the impression that they would only activate if I was carrying too much weight in my back. Progressive loading simply means that the nuts on the U-bolt can be tightened or loosen. bolts based on the amount of weight you're carrying To drive normally, loosen the bolts. For the heaviest loads, tighten them all the way down to a 1/8-inch gap between the helper and leaf springs. It doesn't take long to adjust the nuts, but you should do so ahead of time if you're towing or loading items. Advantages: br>br>
- As mentioned in previous reviews, they improve the ride quality when cornering. When I first received my S10, it sank a little. It helped a lot to replace the front suspension and steering parts, and installing these helper springs in the back helped a lot as well.
- They do a good job of load leveling as promised. When hauling heavy loads, my truck now tows better and does not sag nearly as much.
- High-quality, easy-to-follow instructions are included.
Even if you have a small truck, you can overload it and cause the back end to sag. With this relatively simple upgrade, I can confidently recommend that helper springs be upgraded. It also seemed to help with the handling in some ways. I'll keep you updated as I tow a medium-sized boat trailer. It appears that the sizing (model) needs to be double-checked with Hellwig web-based customer service. site, on the other hand.
On top, there are only a few bars. It wasn't what I was expecting to see. Not a full leaf spring set up, but a couple stabilizer bars that go on top of the springs you already have (I ordered an extra one and returned it). One axle is for the front, and the other is for the back. They're quite substantial. I'm not sure they have to be in order for it to function. I believe that if the metal grade had been higher, these would have been a much better purchase. The u bolts were much longer than they needed to be (universal set up appaernty) and didn't quite fit perfectly over my leaf springs, but I managed to get them to work. Defiantly stiffens the back end and aids in the support of the bed. (which is nice because it doesn't lower or raise the vehicle).
My van is greatly aided by these spring helpers. I have an old 92 caravan that needed leaf springs, but they were too expensive, so I decided to try these helper springs. They were incredibly simple to install and raised the back of my van by two inches. It now rides much better, and I am overjoyed. Anyone in need of leaf springs should get these. In addition, the firm with which I worked was excellent. They quickly sent me a replacement for some parts that were missing from one of the boxes. Customer service is outstanding.
I was a little skeptical at first, but these look fantastic on my 2001 Ram 1500. They're adjustable, so you can tighten or loosen them as needed in less than 5 minutes. They took about 20 minutes per side to install and provide anywhere from 1 to 2 1/2 inches of additional lift and support, and they feel fantastic! When I load my truck with construction materials, it rides smoother than my new 2500 with airbag suspension.
Download a copy of Hellwig's application guide from their website. ]br>According to the Amazon application guide, these should fit all of the 2007 Tacoma models listed. They are not compatible with the 2005 2wd Pre- Runners who have purchased the TRD package- "SPORT," as it's also known. The kit's aft leaf interferes with the spring's factory leaf alignment bracket. In the box, there was a piece of paper stating that I needed to call an 800 number to order a bracket kit for a 2005 Tacoma pre-production model. TRD is a runner. Lovely. I've never done a vehicle project so quick. On Saturdays, they are closed. When I get my bracket kit, I'll update this. Fast forward to the installation, which necessitated some grinding with a grinding wheel to clear the factory spring alignment brackets. It's not a big deal, but it's also not for the faint of heart. The springs are great, and the installation is complete. This truck's squishy back end is fixed, and trailer towing is made easier. However, before you buy, request a copy of Hellwig's application guide.
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