Steeda lowering springs installed on FWD Hybrid

[Mxer97]

Oh sweet. What model part # kit did you use?

I believe They only offer one for the mavericks.

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[RebelYell]

I believe They only offer one for the mavericks.

Yep I see they updated the link


https://www.steeda.com/steeda-555-8...900&gbraid=0AAAAADtDFHOVkjVvQySe6uwerUBc0yBAx

 

[hdave]

Looks great!

What tire size are you running?
And can you make some comparisons against maybe other vehicles for ride quality?
I know you mentioned its not far off from stock, but I'm not sure since I haven't ever lowered a truck.

Thanks!

I installed some Steeda lowering springs on my FWD Hybrid to test fit them for Steeda to confirm they fit. They do indeed fit, and the ride is not far off from stock feel.

 

[TremoringDan]

Progressive rate springs in the rear. Interesting. Even more interesting that the rear springs are installed with the tighter-spaced coils at the top on one side and the bottom on the other. Is that correct?

You're more likely to see progressive springs in the rear than the front. The front weight is nearly fixed but the back weight can be variable due to cargo/passengers.

 

[Tbone289]

You're more likely to see progressive springs in the rear than the front. The front weight is nearly fixed but the back weight can be variable due to cargo/passengers.

I wasn't pointing out that the progressive springs were in the rear vs the front, just that the rear springs were progressive. I understand the benefits of progressive rate springs, and typically they're used to improve initial suspension travel compliance and handling more than improving load handling.

 

[SLingbarT]

Those rear springs look 1/2 compressed already, and the axle is dangling, Hard Pass.

 

[Maggie5618]

I would think for shorter people, it would allow better reach into the bed also. This is what interest me.

When we bought the Maverick, we were considering some of the camping trips we've taken where in addition to the AWD having more ground clearance was definitely something we were interested in.

As for shorter people, I am 5'1/2" (yes, I claim that 1/2" ) and in bare feet can sit on the tailgate; however, I do find it a bit of stretch to reach over the side into the bed for stuff that's located behind the cab. I keep a fireplace poker in the bed to retrieve anything that's out of reach.

 

[Escapologist]

You're more likely to see progressive springs in the rear than the front. The front weight is nearly fixed but the back weight can be variable due to cargo/passengers.

Though springs compress with cornering forces too. I seem to remember some Taurus models having progressive coils on front (Was looking into them as an upgrade for a different vehicle, matching loads and sizes)

 

[SteedaZach]

Happy to see they fit! Let us know if we can help you out further. Btw, truck looks awesome!

 

[TremoringDan]

To the folks that are answering my post, I did say, "More likely."
More likely does not mean never.

I know it's semantics, but since we're all pointing out semantics, figured I would too.
Enjoy!

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