Spring Stiffness and Axle Wrap Questions

[Stephen]

I am about to put CJ front springs on the rear of my Samurai, but I am worried about the stiffness of them. Now if I remove a leaf or two that will make them less stiff, but will that increase the likely hood of axle wrap? Can I add the overload spring from my rear Samurai spring pack to avoid axle wrap?
Thanks

 

[1993yj]

I dont know about adding the overload spring. I added another main leaf to my XJ pack from and older leaf pack that I cut up. I also use a ladder bar though to control axle wrap.

 

[Stephen]

I guess that I am mainly worried that it will be too stiff. I want to gain some flex out of the springs. Is it a good idea to remove leaves or not?

 

[SAMI]

I guess that I am mainly worried that it will be too stiff. I want to gain some flex out of the springs. Is it a good idea to remove leaves or not?

i say take one or two out.. run it, see how you like it... but you will probably want some type of a trac bar to prevent axle wrap...

i can't even picture the day you go wheeling again

-Jason

 

[Stephen]

Now correct me if I'm wrong, but do I need to worry to much about axle wrap and trac bars if I'm running spring under? Plus with the low amount of weight in the back of a Samurai is it really that much of a concern?
I've been wheeling often enough recently, just not with you.

 

[scoutabout]

I've been wheeling often enough recently, just not with you.

Really? Do tell!

I think you'll be fine with removing a leaf or two and trying it out. I hope to see you and your rig on the trails soon.