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

Shot-peening is a process where the steel leaves are blasted with hard steel pellets at high velocity. This compresses the surface of the steel, increasing its tensile strength. This makes the spring more durable and allows for better wheel travel and ride quality without sacrificing the spring's lifespan.

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

Bolt-style spring clips, used on these Skyjacker springs, help eliminate friction. Other designs, like 'C' style clips, can bend tightly over the spring leaves, causing binding and friction that can negatively affect ride quality and spring life.

What does 'progressive multileaf' mean for my Jeep's ride?

A progressive multileaf design means the spring's stiffness changes depending on how much load is applied. This allows for a softer ride under normal driving conditions and increases stiffness as the load increases, providing better support when needed.

1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler Leaf Springs

Name: Skyjacker Leaf Spring 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler (YJ)
Brand: Skyjacker
SKU: skyjacker-skyjacker-leaf-spring-1987-1995-jeep-wrangler-yj-t14-121401
Price: 145.89 USD
Availability: InStock

Skyjacker Leaf Spring 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler (YJ)

$145.89

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Fits 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler. Skyjacker leaf spring designed for improved flex and load capacity.

Key Features

Fits 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler.
Constructed from American steel.
Individual leaf springs are shot-peened to increase tensile strength.
Uses bolt-style spring clips to reduce friction and binding.
Tapered leaf ends provide increased flex for a smoother ride.
Load capacity is equal to or greater than original equipment.

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Product Details

If you're working on a 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler (YJ) and need to replace the leaf springs, these Skyjacker Softride springs are a solid option. They're built to handle the load, often matching or exceeding the original equipment capacity, and are constructed from American steel. The key to their design is a process called shot-peening, where the steel is blasted with hard pellets. This compresses the surface, increasing the steel's tensile strength, which is crucial for achieving good wheel travel and a comfortable ride without making the spring wear out too quickly.

Skyjacker also uses bolt-style spring clips on these Softride springs. This is a practical detail because it helps eliminate friction that can occur with other clip designs, like the 'C' style, which can bind and cause issues. The leaves themselves are tapered along their entire length. This tapering allows for more flex, especially at the ends of the leaves, which helps distribute weight more evenly and reduces the chance of one leaf digging into the one above it. This design contributes to a smoother ride and better handling.