What makes the shot-peening process important for these leaf springs?

The shot-peening process involves blasting the steel with hard pellets at high speeds. This compresses the surface of the steel, increasing its tensile strength. This allows for improved wheel travel and ride quality without sacrificing the spring's lifespan.

How do the bolt-style spring clips differ from other designs?

Unlike 'C' style clips that can bend tightly over the spring leaves and cause binding or friction, these bolt-style clips eliminate that friction. This allows the spring to flex more freely for a smoother operation.

What is the benefit of the tapered leaf ends?

The tapering distributes loads more evenly over a greater area of the leaf. This reduces the tendency for one leaf to dig into the leaf above it, contributing to a more comfortable ride and better performance.

1987-1993 Dodge W250 Leaf Spring | Skyjacker

Name: Skyjacker Leaf Spring 1987-1993 Dodge W250 Pickup
Brand: Skyjacker
SKU: skyjacker-skyjacker-leaf-spring-1987-1993-dodge-w250-pickup-t14-121399
Price: 243.34 USD
Availability: InStock

Skyjacker Leaf Spring 1987-1993 Dodge W250 Pickup

$243.34

Only 2 left in stock

Fits 1987-1993 Dodge W250. This Skyjacker leaf spring is made with American steel and shot-peened for increased tensile strength, offering a solid option for your suspension.

Key Features

Fits 1987-1993 Dodge W250 and 1987-1993 Dodge W350.
Constructed as progressive multi-leaf packs.
Made with American steel.
Individual leaf springs are shot-peened with hard steel pellets to increase tensile strength.
Tapered leaf ends allow for more flex and better load distribution.
Uses bolt-style spring clips to eliminate friction and binding.

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Product Details

When you're looking to replace the leaf springs on your 1987-1993 Dodge W250 pickup, you're getting a set of Skyjacker Softride springs. These aren't just any springs; they're built with American steel and undergo a shot-peening process. This involves blasting the steel with hard pellets at high speeds, which compresses the surface and actually increases the spring's tensile strength. This step is crucial because it allows for better wheel travel and a more comfortable ride without cutting down on the spring's lifespan.

Skyjacker also uses bolt-style spring clips on these Softride springs, which is a smart move. Unlike the 'C' style clips that can bend tightly over the leaves and cause binding or friction, these bolts allow the spring to flex more freely. The springs themselves are tapered over their entire length, meaning they flex more at the ends. This design helps distribute loads more evenly across a larger area, reducing the chance of one leaf digging into the one above it. The result is a smoother ride and a well-built suspension component that's ready for work.