What is shot-peening and why is it important for these springs?

Shot-peening is a process where the steel leaves are blasted with high-velocity steel pellets. This compresses the surface of the steel, increasing its tensile strength. This allows the springs to offer more wheel travel and a better ride quality without reducing their lifespan.

How do these springs differ from other leaf spring designs?

These Softride springs use bolt-style spring clips, which prevent the binding and friction found in cinch-style clips. Additionally, the leaves are tapered over their entire length, which distributes loads more evenly and reduces stress at the ends.

What is the expected ride quality improvement with these springs?

The Softride design, with its tapered leaves and shot-peened steel, is intended to provide a more flexible and comfortable ride compared to stock springs. This design aims to distribute loads more evenly, reducing harshness and improving overall ride quality.

Skyjacker Front Leaf Springs C125 for GM Trucks

Name: Skyjacker 2.5" SR FRT SPRGS 73-87 GM
Brand: Skyjacker
SKU: skyjacker-skyjacker-2-5-sr-frt-sprgs-73-87-gm-t14-224369G
Price: 485.65 USD
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Skyjacker 2.5" SR FRT SPRGS 73-87 GM

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Skyjacker 2.5" SR FRT SPRGS 73-87 GM Leaf Spring. Improves ride quality and flex for classic GM trucks.

Key Features

Fits 1973-1991 Chevrolet and GMC trucks and SUVs.
Provides a 2.5-inch front suspension lift.
Constructed from American steel for durability.
Shot-peened leaf surfaces increase tensile strength and allow for greater flex.
Tapered leaf ends distribute loads evenly for improved ride quality.
Bolt-style spring clips eliminate friction and binding common in cinch-style clips.

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Product Details

If you're looking to give your classic GM truck or SUV a bit more lift and a smoother ride, these Skyjacker Softride front leaf springs are a solid option. Designed to provide a 2.5-inch lift, they're built to handle the demands of off-road use while improving your daily driving experience. These springs fit a wide range of 1973-1991 Chevrolet and GMC models, from Blazers and Jimmys to K10 and K20 pickups.

What sets these springs apart is the attention to detail in their construction. Skyjacker uses only American steel, and each leaf undergoes a shot-peening process. This involves blasting the steel with high-velocity pellets, which compresses the surface and increases its tensile strength. This advanced treatment allows for more wheel travel and a better ride without sacrificing the spring's lifespan. Unlike other designs that use cinch clips, which can cause binding and friction, these Softride springs use bolt-style clips. They also feature a unique taper along the entire length of the leaf, distributing loads more evenly and reducing stress points for a more flexible and durable spring.