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    A shortish tall guy ROKTOY's Avatar
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    Only issue with new springs is they need a while to settle and they will ride quite harsh until they 'break in'.
    If the ute is a good un and a keeper then I'd look at going new, If its just a hack, perhaps look at getting a second hand pair f rom wreckers etc?
    resetting a factory set of springs that has had a tweak isn't worth the time IMO.
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    Quote Originally Posted by ROKTOY View Post
    Only issue with new springs is they need a while to settle and they will ride quite harsh until they 'break in'.
    If the ute is a good un and a keeper then I'd look at going new, If its just a hack, perhaps look at getting a second hand pair f rom wreckers etc?
    resetting a factory set of springs that has had a tweak isn't worth the time IMO.
    It's like an oil painting, looks ok from afar, but close up abit rough. But in saying that, it's done 60km on a reconditioned motor, most of the bearings,brakes etc done in the last 30km. No rust to speak of. Previous owner was a mechanic and while it's been used off road, had all fluids changed out if water went over the hubs. Most panels have a dent or scratch, but I'd jump in it tomorrow to drive anywhere, and know it'd get me there. I don't get upset if I hear scrub scratching down the sides, so it's a keeper for a serious off-road stuff. I'll ring the Chch outfit today, along with Lineside to see what else is about for the right money, and availability.
    When I can no longer get a warrant, it'll be another farm hack
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