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Coil Springs vs Leaf Springs: Which Suits Your 4WD?

If you're upgrading your 4WD's suspension for touring, towing or a trip up the Cape, one of the first decisions you'll run into is whether to stick with (or move to) coil springs or leaf springs. Both are common across the Australian...

August 31, 2026 10 min read

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