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Can't decide between Hotchkis or DJM, 2/4

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Old Apr 17, 2005 | 08:07 AM
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Hotchkins has figured out how to make these pigs handle pretty will. I would go with the McGaughy spindle and Hotchkins springs in rear. I would also add the Hotchkins sway bars!. If you are towning or hauling anything you are going to be banging your axle on the frame with a 4 inch rear drop. A set of Air Helper springs is the only remedy, besides a c-notch.

The spindles up front will give you the best over all ride quality and front end suspension and steering geometry.
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Old Apr 17, 2005 | 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by agreif
Why do you say that combo vs the other?

Andrew
The Hotchkis springs up front rode too stiff for me, DJM lca's ride much better. I loved the way the Hotchkis leaves kept the rearend planted over bumps. It didn't jump to the side like the factory leaves make it do.
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Old Apr 17, 2005 | 10:45 PM
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I say DJM with LCA. Better ride and alinement.
Do a search, you will find lots of info on this subject.
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