VEHICLE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS, RETROFIT KITS, AND METHODS OF RETROFITTING VEHICLE SUSPENSIONS

A retrofit kit for replacing an existing leaf spring suspension system, methods of replacing the existing leaf spring suspension systems, and suspension systems may include an upper load beam having a proximal end and a distal end, the distal end being configured to pivotally mount to a vehicle. A lower control arm includes a proximal end, a distal end, and a mounting location positioned between the proximal end distal ends. The distal end of the lower control arm is configured to pivotally engage a leaf spring mounting eye provided on the vehicle. The mounting location on the lower control arm is configured to pivotally receive the proximal end of the upper load beam.