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Which is better for what? Is it worth changing? Etc
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Which is better for what? Is it worth changing? Etc
IMO leafs are better for load carrying. What do you mean by coil overs Motas? Coils on top of a leaf pack or do you mean struts? If you mean struts I am not a fan of them as they have too many parts that wear out like the bearing plate on top. TBH I reckon decent flexi leafs on the rear with the correct dampening and your set. I would prefer coils on the front IMO you should get better travel with front coils as apposed to leafs.

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I mean the shock in the coil. Like what most buggies and comp rigs run.
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I mean the shock in the coil. Like what most buggies and comp rigs run.
OK yerr bit like a strut. Funny thing is a few bloke out my way with their 4WD utes fit coils over the leaf packs. OK for loading but the unladend ride is awful.

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I mean the shock in the coil. Like what most buggies and comp rigs run.???
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Coilovers : Adjustable Height, Spring Rate, Length, Size, Fittings, Reservoir ( Remote/Piggyback), Bypass
Leaf: Cheaper, easy to fix, even a tree sapling used as a bush repair no electricketry to deal with.
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