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What is the difference between the regular Downey coils and the HD coils?

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Old May 14, 2003 | 12:17 PM
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Question What is the difference between the regular Downey coils and the HD coils?

I just ordered my Downey HD coils. I want to make sure that I get the right coils. I remember another member here being sent the wrong coils. Could you guys tell me what the difference is between the regular Downey coils and the HD coils?

That way when I get my coils I can check to make sure I get the right ones before I install them.

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Old May 14, 2003 | 12:24 PM
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I've never seen a set of the regular downey coils. Your best bet would be to call downey and verify the part #'s of what you got with what they show for their HD coils.
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Old May 14, 2003 | 12:32 PM
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Here ya go.
http://www.toyotaoffroad.net/tando/forumtemp/downey.jpg

The HDs will not sag when you load up the rear with cargo.
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Old May 14, 2003 | 12:32 PM
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What he said!

Yeah, the easiest thing is to just double check the p/n's with Downey.

EDIT: Didn't realize Corey was posting a link!

Last edited by TDiddy; May 14, 2003 at 12:33 PM.
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Old May 14, 2003 | 02:35 PM
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Those Downey HD springs are GREAT!!!!!! P/N 48290-HD would be the ones.
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Old May 14, 2003 | 06:05 PM
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The heavy duty coils are made with .660" wire. The standard coils are .630". The heavy duty coils should be a bit stiffer, and less prone to fatigue. So, no more butt sag...

I just ordered mine today too .
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Old May 14, 2003 | 06:31 PM
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Quick question: The Downey coils state 1 1/2" of lift. I'm guessing that would be 1 1/2" more than stock non-saggy coils. I measure about 12" top of wheel to bottom of wheel well with a bit of a sag. Anybody know what stock clearance should be?
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Old May 14, 2003 | 07:07 PM
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I got 2" so I guess I was sagging 1/2" below stock? Originally Downey goofed and sent me the regular springs which I promptly returned for the HD. The ride with the HD is great - way better than stock.
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