Thread: Rearend swap
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Old 02-14-2013, 11:06 AM   #9
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Re: Rearend swap

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Originally Posted by Captainfab View Post
I have used a '73-'82 12 bolt under a GMC before. If I remember correctly, the spring perches are slightly off, but there is typically enough movement in the spring bushings, that they will bolt up. The one thing you will have to address is the different position of the shocks. The '73 and up trucks have staggered shocks, whereas the earlier trucks have both shocks on the front.
So would it be easyer to cut the shock mount off and turn it around or relocate the upper mount. i have the classic parts relocate gas tank upder my truck.
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