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Old 06-09-2007, 12:47 PM
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Saggy Butt

Do I need new springs in the rear? Is there a measurement I can take to make sure?

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Old 06-09-2007, 02:43 PM
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Doesn't look bad. What happens when you load down the rear?

If it drops too much, shocks might help, if not springs are what needs to be done. Worst case you have everything new back there
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Old 06-09-2007, 02:57 PM
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Check the center dif mount. It being bad can cause them to sag.
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Old 06-09-2007, 03:26 PM
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