Hellwig 1801 EZ Level Helper Spring Kit
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There are two of them in a set. I installed them on a 1999 Ford Ranger and was very pleased with the lift (at least 2" from my sagging rear end) and stiffer suspension.
They aren't overloaded springs in the traditional sense. However, you can control when they are active; for example, if your springs are extremely weak and you tighten them to the maximum during installation, they will raise your ride height slightly. It will assist you in springing, but the ride will be rougher. To keep my boat from sagging down the back of my truck while towing, I have mine set to engage quickly.
They made a significant difference in the handling of my 2002 Dodge Ram Van 3500 when loaded. The back end was also raised by 2 inches. I can't think of any reason why they wouldn't work on your 250.
No, an Astro will not fit in them. It has 2. springs with a diameter of 5"
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I installed these on my friend's truck, so I can't speak for him at this time, but he appears to be pleased. On my 2002 F-150, I installed the larger set. We purchased a 24' gooseneck trailer in 2003 for moving tractors, and it has served us well for the past 16 years. I can stack firewood in the long bed all the way up to the cab without the truck squatting more than a inch.
Purchase locally to save money. This isn't something you should buy! My 1995 GMC Jimmy, according to Amazon, would fit. They didn't bother to double-check, so I'm guessing they didn't bother. It didn't even come close to being appropriate. They also stated that refunds would be provided for free. That, too, was a lie. I paid $73 to return $160 worth of merchandise. Since it was their fault that it didn't fit, I tried everything I could to get the seller and Amazon to do what was right. I didn't get anything. As a result, I decided to cut my losses and return it. br>Buy locally to save money.
These springs were simple to put together and appear to be of good quality. I haul a lot of material in my half-ton truck and discovered that the capacity was around 1500 pounds until the springs began to bottom out. With the same weight, the truck now rides very well, and when empty, it rides a little rougher. I'm guessing it increased carrying capacity by about 750 pounds, though you should never exceed the nameplate rating. That allowed me to fill it up to the brim and still have plenty of suspension travel and a level-riding truck, which seemed much safer.
Installing these was a breeze. (approximately 20 minutes each) I set mine to the halfway point to keep them from being too harsh. I put them in at the same time as I put in the new shocks. As a result, I am unable to comment on how they ride on stock. However, new shocks have been added to the mix. The ride is only a smidgeon firmer than standard. However, it is acceptable. They appear to be of good workmanship and quality. The only issue I had was that three nuts were missing from the sealed bag. I'm lucky enough to live near a Home Depot. That was a lot quicker than waiting for a seller to respond. So, in the end, I'd recommend these over the firm "add a leaf" products I've used in the past.
On a 94 Silverado K1500, this kit was installed. It was a perfect match. Installation does not necessitate any disassembly. Make sure the spring is in the correct position to avoid interfering with the existing springs' straps. It was not necessary or recommended that the wheels be removed. It's best if the truck is parked on the ground and the springs are fully loaded. br>For a little more clearance, I put two 2 by 6s under each tire. br>Ride height was unaffected, and there was no discernible difference in ride comfort. br>br>Hellwig is a book that I strongly recommend.
They are high-quality springs, but they appear to be a little short. They put all of the load on the last 3" of the leaf spring, and I'm sure the leaf would break if it was loaded too much or ridden too hard. These, on the other hand, would be the bomb on heavy leafs with a military roll. They work well with stock springs, but pay attention to where the load point is located. To spread the load out a little more, I put a 3/4-inch strip of rubber under the shackle. On a helper spring, the shackle should be positioned directly beneath the 2 leaf end, not on the 1-leaf end. 3" from the hanger of the picture frame; It's not a good idea to store a load here! They're a little too long for a three-leaf pack for a stock set of leaf springs. Aside from that, they're well-made, heavy-duty, and simple to put together.
These were installed on a 1998 Ford F150 4x4 truck. My rear end was about two inches lower than the front (the torsion bars had been raised one inch). The truck became a lot more solid as a result of this. It is very simple to set up. Because the U bolt plate is bolted to the leaf springs, I tried the hellwig 991 and it wouldn't work.
On the trailer hitch, I did a before and after comparison. I did not adjust the rear end to the maximum after installing this kit because it raised the rear end 3/4 inch. I'd say the ride is a lot firmer, but it's a lot better in terms of load capacity. The money was well spent. Installing it was a breeze. Take measurements from side to side on the U bolts to ensure proper adjustment and that one side is not tighter than the other. The only issue I had was that some of the hardware had burrs on the threads, which required cleaning.
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