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Softer suspension on M998 (? )
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kzeyus
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This may help: www.facebook.com/AmericanHumvee
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I know it's not a viable solution. But mine rides more comfortably compared to what it was when it was a 2 man soft top to a 4 man slantback/turret. They simply sprung them heavy to be able to handle the weight of any configuration. I'd suggest lighter springs and new shocks in the rear at least. A lot cheaper that way lol.
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You should not just change the rear without also changing the front with matched caliber springs.
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Why not? The weight of the front end isn't changing.
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Hard front springs with soft rear springs make for an uncomfortable ride, IMHO. I prefer matching it all up.
YMMV.
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Front springs move the rear do not ! I am experimenting now but from research , cut down dodge 1500 springs should be close
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I have a M1045A2 that I ran across the scales at work weighing in at around 7500 pounds. I have a friend with a 4 man, hard door 998 around 5k. He is amazed and jealous how much better mine rides than his does with the softer suspension. Throw some weight in it!
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Has anybody installed the big lift springs from American Humvee? Also, has anybody used the leveling springs? Are they the same ones that Midwest sells?