Upper Stableload alternative

Here are some that I made up several years ago and working well . I use SS muffler band clamps and plastic 2x4 . Loosen the 2 bolts and they slide off the end of the spring , no need to take apart . Use plenty of anti seize on the bolts which are not SS .

Mike008 wrote:
... some kind of clamp on spacer...

I take it that you what you mean by "clamp" is that it be temporary and the ability to be able to temporary and remove it at will. That will be a challenge. A "C" clamp I do not believe will have enough engaging force... Here is an idea: turn the TS 90 degrees and use 2 hose clamps. If it works, the only drawback I see is that it would be a PIA to remove.

Personally, I bought a truck and I don't mind if it rides like one. I have permanently mounted home-made uppers and lowers and leave 'em on all the time as well as have the shock setting at the stiffest setting.

If you don't have anymore clearance than that I think your springs have sagged. If you want something less stiff than Stableloads, look into Energy Suspension bump stops like these. They help engage the overloads sooner but not as soon as the Stableloads.

There are a lot of variations here. http://www.energysuspensionparts.com/universal-bump-stops-shock-eyes.asp

I use this model, fwiw. http://www.energysuspensionparts.com/9.9109

Second the comment re only engaging under load. StableLoad installation instructions suggest sawing off a corner of the angled rubber block if need be to ensure you don't have continual engagement. If you don't cut them eventually they will wear down (after a whole lot of squeaking, don't ask me how I know). If you've got the right part number for your truck they should be close but not hitting. If in doubt, call Tork Lift tech support and they can tell you how much (and where) you can cut or belt-sand for a bit of ride tuning. Good folks.

duncan

Even if they are not in direct contact when unloaded, they will obviously engage sooner during normal driving. Which will effect the ride.

The uppers should only engage your overload springs under a load.