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Old May 31, 2014 | 01:45 PM
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...anyone remove the helper spring?
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Too soft?Better weight transfer?
I won't be carrying a load or daily driving....
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Old Jun 1, 2014 | 12:15 AM
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Try clamping just the front first. It helped with wheel hop on mine.
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Old Jun 1, 2014 | 06:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Blown06
Try clamping just the front first. It helped with wheel hop on mine.
Thanks.
Was also hoping they could contribute to my weight reduction plan,if not needed....
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Old Jun 1, 2014 | 11:23 PM
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Eliminating it could cause more problems. The thing with leaf springs is you don't want them wadding up in front of the axle. That can contribute to wheel hop.
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Old Jun 2, 2014 | 04:05 AM
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i removed my overload spring when i installed caltracs. i could see an issue if the caltracs werent there though.
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Old Jun 2, 2014 | 02:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Blown06
Eliminating it could cause more problems. The thing with leaf springs is you don't want them wadding up in front of the axle. That can contribute to wheel hop.
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Old Jun 3, 2014 | 12:06 AM
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Clamping the rears really helps, this is my 2500HD doing a 12psi boosted launch. It will do a consistent 1.7 60' at 7140lbs race weight.


12psi Boosted Launch - YouTube


http://youtu.be/nLmc2O6Yp-U
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Old Jun 3, 2014 | 09:27 PM
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Thanks to all!
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Old Jun 3, 2014 | 10:22 PM
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i think caltracs say the fewer the better but im running all mine on my 2012. caltracs and rancho single adjustable shocks. played with the settings at the track. i may keep it a secret where the best setting is!
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Old Jun 3, 2014 | 10:45 PM
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Good discussion guys. Clamping the rear would help with axle wrap to a degree, but not like clamping in the front.

Hey craigsix,

Your **** must work pretty good to not wanna divulge any of your secrets. What does a secret setup 60 foot?
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