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**71CHEVYSHORTBED402** · 11-26-2018, 05:13 PM

Thanks for the information, it's appreciated. Looks like I have plenty to do with or without an oil pan currently in paint prison.

For what it's worth, I highly recommend securing the coil springs when removing or installing the suspension. It's simple to do, hopefully unnecessary, but better than a coil spring to the head.

11-26-2018, 05:13 PM	#6
71CHEVYSHORTBED402 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 7,391	Re: Build front suspension before or after mounting the engine? Thanks for the information, it's appreciated. Looks like I have plenty to do with or without an oil pan currently in paint prison. For what it's worth, I highly recommend securing the coil springs when removing or installing the suspension. It's simple to do, hopefully unnecessary, but better than a coil spring to the head. __________________ Tony 71 Custom Deluxe, SWB, 2WD, 402, A/C. I developed an assembly guide (kit) for restoring this truck from the ground up, complete with details including full hardware descriptions. Much of the info. applies to all 67-72 GM. My build thread, with some info. about the assembly kit https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=730025