Hi guys first time poster here. I'm hoping some of the guys with experience, such as Expeditionary, can help me decide which way to go here.
First, the questions:
How stiff are the 7700 torsion bars vs the standard torsion bars?
Once I upgrade to stiffer torsion bars, do I still need to use the coilover shocks (Strutmasters), or can I use something else, like a Bilstein?
Background detalis:
I have a 1998 Eddie Bauer 4x4 that I have replace the air suspension with Strutmasters stuff. The front is too soft and nosedives and wallows all over the place on turns. After reading on here about the softer torsion bars of the air suspension, I know I need to upgrade to stiffer torsion bars. I am leaning towards getting the 7700's. I generally like a stiff ride, but don't want a buckboard. I am also wondering, once I get stiffer bars are the coil springs still needed, or is that something I can change to adjust the ride quality? I want a tight but smooth ride that handles well. I like a good off-road suspension, but realistically, 99% of my driving is on city streets and highways.
Additional question (opinions):
Which drives better, a higher spring rate (stiffer) and medium shocks, or a softer (standard) spring and firmer shocks?
First, the questions:
How stiff are the 7700 torsion bars vs the standard torsion bars?
Once I upgrade to stiffer torsion bars, do I still need to use the coilover shocks (Strutmasters), or can I use something else, like a Bilstein?
Background detalis:
I have a 1998 Eddie Bauer 4x4 that I have replace the air suspension with Strutmasters stuff. The front is too soft and nosedives and wallows all over the place on turns. After reading on here about the softer torsion bars of the air suspension, I know I need to upgrade to stiffer torsion bars. I am leaning towards getting the 7700's. I generally like a stiff ride, but don't want a buckboard. I am also wondering, once I get stiffer bars are the coil springs still needed, or is that something I can change to adjust the ride quality? I want a tight but smooth ride that handles well. I like a good off-road suspension, but realistically, 99% of my driving is on city streets and highways.
Additional question (opinions):
Which drives better, a higher spring rate (stiffer) and medium shocks, or a softer (standard) spring and firmer shocks?