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67ChevyRedneck · 07-21-2006, 09:43 AM

Coil spring

Adv: Rides nice
Dis adv: Unless helper springs are used, can't haul a real heavy load.

Leaf Spring

Adv: can haul heavier loads
Dis adv: Ride is not as nice. More stiff and harsh.

07-21-2006, 09:43 AM	#7
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: very surprised when i found out my '71 has rear coil springs !!!! Coil spring Adv: Rides nice Dis adv: Unless helper springs are used, can't haul a real heavy load. Leaf Spring Adv: can haul heavier loads Dis adv: Ride is not as nice. More stiff and harsh. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!