92 ex has a sagging rear

[katt68]

the truck has 214000kms on it. and now the rear of her when sitting on level ground looks like she is starting to sag. the old springs are getting tried i guess. what can i do here ?

 

[97splorer]

try bigger shackles or AAL (add-a-leafs) do a search on these and you will find plenty of info.

 

[jimmyroyse]

I have been asking similar questions too.
with the age and milage on yours the springs are most likly worn out. saggy rears seem to be common to explorers and mountianeers though. I'm still not sure what the answer is, but may be these will help......

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=89302

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=92158

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=91755

 

[Hoppy]

can I suggest getting your rear leaf springs re hardened. It worked on my 86 BII about 8 years ago.

Hoppy

 

[Rhett]

You can simply purchase a leaf pack. If you can't find one at a dealer, a junkyard may have. And there are many shops that can either re-bend your leafs or build a brand new leaf pack for you.

 

[kocke01]

For about 45 dollars you can buy the little helper spring deal. They sit on top of your existing leaf packs. 2 U-bolts per side and 4 nuts perside. Total install time about 15 minutes., and will stiffen up the ride and reduce sag. But, you get what you pay for. I wouldn't want to to gobs of wheeling with them on. If you off-road a lot new springs or a re-arch are in order.