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Heavy-Duty (HD) Leaf Springs for Off-Road Reliability
Our Tacoma HD leaf springs are designed for severe off-road use, making them the perfect choice for rugged terrains and challenging conditions. Unlike many standard Australian springs, our HD leaf springs feature a full military wrap in the front eye, which enhances durability and provides added security against extreme wear. This design ensures your Tacoma is equipped for the toughest environments.
Diamond Point Ends and Sliders for Enhanced Flexibility
Equipped with diamond point ends and integrated tip insert sliders, our HD leaf springs reduce friction between each leaf, enhancing travel and making for a smoother ride. The sliders are designed to handle the demands of both on-road and off-road conditions, giving you the flexibility needed to conquer varied terrains comfortably.
Overload Support for Balanced Weight Distribution
Our leaf springs also feature an overload leaf in the pack. This overload support strengthens the middle section, ensuring that the leaf springs maintain shape and prevent sagging. With this design, you won’t experience the typical “W” or “gull” shape under heavy loads, keeping your truck level and stable even with added cargo.
Optimized Design for Improved Shackle Clearance and Negative Arch Control
The HD leaf springs are engineered with a Berlin or English eyelet on the rear end, enhancing shackle clearance and reducing the extent to which the leaves go into a negative arch. This provides better protection and longevity, especially when the suspension is fully extended, helping to maintain a consistent ride quality.
Multi-Rate Leaf Pack for Customizable Performance
For those using the RXT Rear Suspension System, our engineers developed a multi-rate leaf pack that replaces OEM leaf springs, addressing common issues found in the original setup. This user-adjustable leaf pack offers significant performance improvements and customizability, making it adaptable to various Tacoma builds and driving needs.
Leaf Separators and Tip Inserts for Reduced Friction
Our multi-rate leaf pack includes features like leaf separators and tip inserts that work together to minimize friction between leaves, improving comfort and ride quality. The military-wrapped front eyelet increases durability, ensuring the leaf springs withstand heavy-duty applications and extreme off-road use.
Additional Load Capacity for Outfitted Tacomas
Understanding that many Tacoma owners equip their trucks with extra weight, like bed racks, rooftop tents, and spare tires, we designed our multi-rate leaf pack to include an additional leaf. This extra leaf can be added to the pack to increase spring rate by 10% or 20%, providing enhanced support for vehicles carrying heavy loads. This adjustability ensures that your Tacoma can handle added weight without sacrificing performance or ride quality.
Performance Comparison: Key Features of HD and MD Leaf Springs
| Feature | Heavy-Duty (HD) Leaf Springs | Medium-Duty (MD) Leaf Springs |
|---|---|---|
| Usage | Severe off-road and heavy load support | Moderate off-road and standard load support |
| Wrap Type | Full military wrap | Standard wrap |
| Tip Inserts | Included | Included |
| Load Capacity | Adjustable with overload support | Standard load support |
Why Choose Tacoma HD and MD Leaf Springs?
Our HD and MD leaf springs provide superior strength, reliability, and performance for Tacoma owners. With a focus on durability, ease of customization, and adaptability to various load requirements, these leaf springs elevate your truck’s capabilities, ensuring it’s ready for any adventure. Whether you’re hauling extra gear, traversing rugged trails, or enjoying daily drives, our Tacoma leaf springs deliver a comfortable and stable ride.
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