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Originally Posted by forestb

So I detached one side of both shocks so I could test the spring softness and it is definitely not the springs that are causing the problem. They had plenty of bounce. Also I could not really compress the shocks by hand. I also noticed that the part number was printed on the spring and they are not the heavy duty version. So my plan is to get some replacement shocks for the rear. The only problem that I might run into is the top shock mount making contact with the protective sleeve on the new shocks. The old shocks just had an exposed rod as seen in the previous photos. I might have to make some clearance.

For those that were asking about the space between the bottom of my bed and the differential, it looks as though there is about 4 inches of clearance.

Sounds like progress. Elimination of the springs 'rate' as being excessive & learning the shocks are extra stiff; that will impact ride quality for sure. I'll have to go back & review the pics of the brackets. Maybe they can be trimmed up enough to provide the necessary clearance.