Need input on coilover kit

[Richard]

Originally Posted by special-K

Could someone enlighten me on the point of these coilover conversions? Not being critical of people modifying these trucks, as some seem to obsess over. I really want to know. I will admit my reason for asking, or having any trace of negativity is these trucks already ride on coils and have always had a reputation for their superior ride. If there is something to learn here, please teach me.

A coliover has a 1-1 relationship between the coil and shock, easier to calculate. When the shock is mounted further out on the arm at an angle (stock), the amount shock moves with the spring and the angle changing with suspension movement the relationship of movement is not linear. Dampening changes with suspension movement on a stock suspension. OEM's must figure this into design of the vehicle. When one starts modifying, the OEM specs are out the window.