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Old 12-18-2014, 09:28 PM   #1
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Hey guys. I posted in an earlier thread that I ordered the kit after lurking here forever. Finally got it and having fun with the build so far.

Anyway, leaf spring questions:

1. Should I do all 3 on each axle? Seems to be an optional thing so wasn't too sure. I saw in the tips thread that somebody suggested using all 3 to prevent the leafs from getting bent. I also saw where somebody mentioned they soften up over time. FWIW, I'll mostly be trail driving with just a small amount on the rocks.

2. Should I put the smaller leafs on the bottom like on 1:1 trucks?
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Old 12-18-2014, 10:19 PM   #2
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i don't have a tf2 but I have a trail stomper and it has two leafs with the smaller one on bottom front and rear. I use it for trail runs mostly but I do have a few small rock piles to play on also and I'm happy with the performance. The leafs will get softer with some use so just drive it for a bit and if it doesn't work the way you want after a few runs then start taking out or adding leafs.
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Old 12-18-2014, 11:32 PM   #3
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I would start with the main leaf and the second longest one under that
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Old 12-19-2014, 12:13 AM   #4
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I wouldn't worry too much about it.

Yes they do bed in nicely after a few hours.

They will bend at some point, but you just remove and bend back to shape by hand and eye.

I would use the larger leaf helper under the front ones and leave the rear as just the leaf. Once they soften with running you can add more if required.
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Old 12-19-2014, 08:35 AM   #5
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Thanks everybody. I was done building for the night right at this point and thought I'd ask you all first. I don't really have any friends that are into RC so it's nice to be able to bounce ideas off people here.
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Old 12-20-2014, 12:55 AM   #6
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I use the main leaf with the shortest helper underneath on the front and for the rear I have the main with the middle length one underneath it. Perfect ride height and articulation for me.
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