spring differences

Tim Im going through the same as you and I understand your dilemna.The general feeling is that the quality of the steel is all important.Some springs are made from cheaper imported steel that has a higher carbon content that makes the steel less flexible and more prone to breakage.It also gives a less comfortable ride.Some use a combination of imported and local and some claim to use all Australian.One outlet claimed the Australian spring steel is actually exported and is cast in Malaysian and Indian blast furnaces and sent back here.There are owners who are happy with the cheaper imported steel although they claimed their vehicles were for bushbashing rather than everyday use.
After much searching I veered away from some of the more prominent names as I felt I was just contributing to their big advertising and sponsorship budget rather than getting anything special. Keep pricing and talking till you drop and eventully you will get what you want at the right price .Just make sure you are wearing your bull#@$T deflectors because you will have plenty coming our way.If you want to email me I will give you details on a good deal I got

Hi Ross
My email is tim.plummer@experko.chh.com
I want to end up with a ride that is still quite comfortable and lot like driving a dozer.I have Koni shocks to go with the springs.
Tim

I'm doing this too... Can you email your suggestions to me as well?
sharyna@mildura.vic.gov.au
Thanks