Stronger Rear Springs

Misbavn · April 7, 2003

I saw a message once before about putting 2500 springs on a 1500 for added strength, but I can not find it now. I have a '02 Silverado Z71 with an add-a-leaf. I tow a 21' toy hauler and still get sag in the back. I am looking to get some stronger springs in the back. Can 2500 springs be put on a 1500? Is it a direct bolt in or a custom install? Would it be springs for an HD or non-HD? I know I can bag the rear, but I am also going to lift my truck and I am not sure I want to deal with custom mounts for bags after the lift. Any advice or experiences would be greatly appreciated.

chvythndr · April 10, 2003

n/m

BDBWTE · April 10, 2003

Screw spending $$$$ on 2500 packs... go to a spring service center and have better springs added that will hold up better than the factory junk Mexician spring steel..

siskiyou · April 10, 2003

Is the add a leaf one of those bolt on leafs. We have one on a service van and it ruined the stability. I had the same problem with mine and I took it to a spring shop and they added one more leaf in between the two that were there and that lifted it 2 inches so I had them remove the stock lift blocks and now it tows good. I tow a travel trailer that weighs 5500lbs., I would not tow anything heavier than that with this truck though.