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bornn57 08-10-2016 07:46 PM

front in suspension suggestions
 
I have added PS, PB, and AC to my 57 3100. Everything else is all original. It seems the extra weight or just age is causing what I would refer to as "bottoming out" when I hit larger than average bumps in the road. No problem with the rear end. Any suggestions on how I can easily beef up the front suspension?

mongocanfly 08-10-2016 08:09 PM

Re: front in suspension suggestions
 
Replace springs..over time they will loose their rating and sag.if theive never been replaced they are about 60 yrs old..new shocks will help as well..

bornn57 08-10-2016 08:19 PM

Re: front in suspension suggestions
 
I have replaced the shocks and it helped. Was hoping to avoid $$$ leaf spring replacement. thanks for your post

mongocanfly 08-10-2016 08:22 PM

Re: front in suspension suggestions
 
I have a 57 international and the spring on the drivers side collapsed...so they will give out over time

ChuckDriver 08-10-2016 09:04 PM

Re: front in suspension suggestions
 
You might be able to have them re-arched, if you can find someone who still does this.

my56chevytruck 08-12-2016 10:25 PM

Re: front in suspension suggestions
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by bornn57 (Post 7679622)
I have added PS, PB, and AC to my 57 3100. Everything else is all original. It seems the extra weight or just age is causing what I would refer to as "bottoming out" when I hit larger than average bumps in the road. No problem with the rear end. Any suggestions on how I can easily beef up the front suspension?

been there done this. you want a good ride? spend the money on new springs and you'll enjoy the ride for years to come. Make sure the springs are the correct weight for the engine you are running..


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