Leaf springs bouncing

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ahurst95
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Leaf springs bouncing

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Morning All,

I have noticed while driving my van that over bumps in the road I seem to be getting a bouncy effect on the rear. The van is completely empty and im assuming that the leaf springs on the back are designed to carry some weight.

Is there any way to stop this slight bouncing?

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Re: Leaf springs bouncing

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Have you just had it lowered?


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Re: Leaf springs bouncing

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Possibly worn rear shock absorbers or it could just be because they do ride better with some weight in. Like you said it’s what they are designed for
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Re: Leaf springs bouncing

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Or it’s bouncing off the bump stops coz it’s low??


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Re: Leaf springs bouncing

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Yeah I got that first time :D usually more of a bang than a bounce though IMHO
Really need more info from OP
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ahurst95
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Re: Leaf springs bouncing

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Sorry guys havent been online all weekend due to being away. The van hasnt been lowered at all. Im guessing its probably due to no weight in the rear.

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