Search results

  1. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    Another update to save someones back from playing with the leafpack. Removed #3 and installed back #5. Even though theoretically #5 is stiffer than longer #3 it somehow made the ride much better. I have tried all the possible configuration. This is the best one for light to medium load and is...
  2. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    Got info back from ironman. They recommend removing #3 first and #5 next. Also here is the RELATIVE spring rate of each leaf based on approx. length. based on a online calculator. Leaf #7 is 4 times stiffer than Leaf #3.
  3. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    Edit: Found out torqueing the shackles to factory spec was a big mistake. I loosened the bolts and just finger tightened. My shackles have nylock nut. It gets tightened just enough automatically when I drive. It rides much better now. This discovery made my earlier springs setup tests invalid...
  4. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    No to get it right first time I removed 3 and 5 and end up in this rabbit hole. Update: Reinstalled as recommended by others and removed just #5. Now there is 1 inch lift from the leaf and ride is still stiff but feels good and supported than 2 leaves removed. So my conclusion from the test...
  5. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    Any idea what capacity will the leaf pack becomes after removing each leaf. original is +660, What is the capacity after removing leaf 5? I removed 3 and 5, There was 0.5 lift and the ride was not that great. So I tried removing 5 and 7. Now there is no lift at all from the leaf unloaded ride...
  6. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    Does removing the overload has any affect compression and rebound. The Ironman OL is very thick and heavy. I feel like removing it someway lighten the leaf pack. Does it cause wheel hop. Any expert advice? Also considering the stock leaf pack was 3+1. Does it make even 5+1 way stiffer
  7. M

    2nd Gen Skid Plans

    I might need both. I cnc cut the original cad design. I have heard that the holes are misaligned on the CAd
  8. M

    2nd Gen Skid Plans

    Can you share the measurements for the mounting holes.
  9. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    I removed #3 #5 and overload. I kind of have unstable pickup truck ride now. I tried loading the cargo with about 100 or more pounds which didn't helped much I am thinking about putting back the longest #3 and removing #5 and #7. I read from other forums un general to keep longer leaves and...
  10. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    I have their foam cell shock which is designed to work with these springs
  11. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    Here is my initial impression with springs with 3, 5 and overload removed. Using 1 inch lift shackle. Front is 36 inch from ground with ironman coil spring. Rear was 38 just after installation After driving for 2 days with one of the leafpack in the cargo. dropped to 37 inch. So at the moment...
  12. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    I am not in US. I ordered straight from Australia
  13. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    At last mine arrived yesterday after 3 months. Heads up!! If your removing #3 , #5 and overload you will need new shorter center pin . Ironmans U bolts are thicker - so you need a step drill bit make the holes larger. Also get some polyurethane friendly grease.
  14. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    Your shackles seems to move smoothly. Did you tightened to factory spec of 70ft lbs. Mine hardly pivots with factory factory torque of 70 ft lbs.
  15. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    Yeah, That's confusing now. There is only one part no available for xterra on the catelogue and is rated for 0 to 660 lbs for rest of the world. But on american website the same part no is listed as constant weight 660lbs to GVM.
  16. M

    Ironman Front Coil Springs

    Hi I saw some members are using ironman springs here and have good contact with them. I have their front springs and felt like it can be 10% softer for stock xterra. I went through the catalogue. This is their selection They only offer medium load 0 to 110 lbs and heavy load for the...
  17. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    Thanks I will remove #3 #5 and overload and level it with 1 inch shackle lift. (Hope that it will not bottom out with occasional rear seat passengers). I have their foamcell and front coil springs (0 to110 lbs). Initially their ride was really plush with 1.5 inch lift shackles. I felt like...
  18. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    Thanks. I think since it is capable upto 660lbs, ride will be much better on no load with 2 leafs remove. Just want to know which leaves. The stock leafs are 3+1. Ironman is 7+1. So I think there is lot of room to tune the spring. Anyone knows the actual spring rate of stock vs Ironman?
  19. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    Thanks for the quick response So I will have 5 leaves leaf pack and 2 degree shim? Since removing leafs might lower it, Is it ok to lift 1 inch with shackle
  20. M

    Ironman Leaf Springs

    How is the ride quality on these. (0to660lbs). If Mine is stock and I don't carry any load do I have to remove any other leafs than the overload.
Top