Everything about vehicles with leaf springs. How they handle, which models feature them, how to modify them, and how to lift suspensions with leaf springs. Instructions, tips, recommended products. Practical solutions only.
If we were in the USA, we would never ask this question. There, pickup trucks are used every day and are a natural part of the landscape. In Europe, however, pickups are not as widely seen or chosen, either for off-road use or by regular drivers. Is that fair? Learn why it might be worth buying a pickup and whether you should choose a model with coil springs or leaf springs.
In modern vehicles, leaf springs are becoming rare. Still, they remain an integral part of the suspension system in many classic off-road vehicles, especially pickup trucks. The most famous example of a car that still uses leaf springs is the immortal Corvette. Popular models like the Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux, Nissan Navara, Volkswagen Amarok, Ford F150, Isuzu D-Max, Toyota Tundra, and Toyota Tacoma still rely on leaf springs. So, what role do leaf springs play in pickups, and how can you enhance a typical work vehicle for better off-road performance? Here’s how to lift a leaf spring suspension.
We’ll take a risk saying that the suspension is the heart of an off-road car. It is what determines the vehicle’s character and its off-road capabilities. However, there are several types of suspension constructions. Which one performs the best off-road? There’s no clear answer. Understanding the features of suspension systems is essential for getting closer to the answer. Knowing which vehicle uses what type of suspensions system will also be helpful. But more on that later.
