Take overloads off or not?

[Glover]

I am very new to this forum and I would'nt know a "Caltrac" if it ran me over. I am interested in the original question....removing or dissabling the helper springs. I am looking for a better ride and from what I can see all I need to do is remove the overload bumbers. Can do with hand tools (I think). My next concern is my new load capacity. Can I still put 2000 pounds in the bed or will it drag the bumper? My truck is a 2002 c3500 dually with 4 doors and an 8 foot box.

 

[JD4440]

Overloads stayed on...didnt have bolts long enough to replace the center pins and wife was out shopping, so no transportation.

Tom, Did you notice when you had it apart if it was possible to just relocate the overload to the top of the pack? Did that on a goat a few weeks back. What size bolts do you need if not possible?
I'm wondering if it even matters on mine whether they're on or not for pulling; it sets on the snubber anyways. Traction bars would take care of the wrap.

 

[The Neens]

I am under the impression that changing the Caltrac setting to what Trent has hypothesized (top hole) will actually cause the rear to lift slightly, or at the very least keep the truck level on launch. Im still not convinced that a 4x4 (read AWD) car or truck needs squat to launch correctly. We'll find out tomorrow.

BTW, I think the whole trouble with the snubber was that I had it cranked down on top of the pinion, thereby making a solid suspension, which is a no-no. My mistake. I can work on that next year.

Separation is what plants the tire...

 

[TheBac]

Uh, separation of what, Chris? The springs? Or space between the snubber and diff?

 

[JD4440]

When you had the spring pack apart. Could you tell if the overload could me moved to the top rendering it inoperative? If not what size bolts will I need to replace the locating pin in the pack ?

 

[TheBac]

I dont think that would work, because the overload is essentially straight while the spring pak has an arc to it. Ill take a look at it tomorrow night and let you know.

 

[JD4440]

I guess your right now that I think about it.

 

[unfinished business]

Does anyone have a how to on removing the overloads? I would love to do this to my 08 lmm, but want to make sure I have everthing i need before I start. I will be installing caltracs and 2" drop shackles at the same time.

Paul

 

[TheBac]

Ya know, after a few weeks with the overloads off, I may just leave it this way. The truck rides great!

 

[JD4440]

I'll probably leave mine off when I do my traction bars; figured it would ride much better

 

[LarryJewell]

might remove mine as well

 

[dmaxfireman]

guys i have a set of 1500 springs for sale if you are interested