Coil vs leaf springs for off-road.
Comparing the newer Ram 2500 with coil springs vs the 3500 with leaf springs. I know the 3500 has a higher payload and because the 2500 coils are mounted in board it’s not ideal for a heavy TC. B...
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On the pre-coil sprung rear Dodge, er Ram, the 2500 would flex better than the 3500 simply because of the lack of upper overload springs. On the current design, I would still expect the 2500 to flex better than the 3500 because of the same reason.
For better durability, I would choose the 3500 with the leaf pack. Less moving parts, less bushings.
I disconnected the front on my '05 and was surprised at how much the stock 4-link will articulate (we're planning a family truck trip to Moab in April, vs our typical biannual dirt bike trip of just the guys). At 7900lbs and open differentials, I'm going to need all the help I can get.
For better durability, I would choose the 3500 with the leaf pack. Less moving parts, less bushings.
I disconnected the front on my '05 and was surprised at how much the stock 4-link will articulate (we're planning a family truck trip to Moab in April, vs our typical biannual dirt bike trip of just the guys). At 7900lbs and open differentials, I'm going to need all the help I can get.
