Need some advice....

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Hey All,

Just picked up this 72 LWB and I need some advice/info on a few things... First I know it has a drop on it, not sure exactly how much. Whats the best way to find out? I bought this truck with the intention of using it as a work truck. I am going to paint it flat black and do some hand lettering/logo for my business on the sides. Always thought it would be cool to have a kick ass truck do some advertising for me! Well, I need to tow with it and put some weight in the bed occasionally. (It has 4-link with springs) When I load it up now (with 500+ lbs) it appears to overload the suspension. How can I beef up the rear suspension for towing and actual use and keep a cool looking stance?

Also, anyone recommend a size tire to try and go with? I'm looking for something a little bigger that will fill the wheel wells a little more. Thought maybe someone had some experience and could tell me what size to start with. It has 255/60/R15 on it now.

Ok, lastly.... It has the factory A/C in the truck. It hasn't worked for probably 10 years by the looks of things. Is it worth trying to repair/replace the factory air or to just tear it out and throw in an aftermarket kit? Just curious as to cost to hassle ratio, etc.... Thanks guys....

Any input would help! Wish me luck.....

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r u sure u have a 4link suspension and not a stock trailing arm suspension with lowered springs?

[70cst]

Ok, lastly.... It has the factory A/C in the truck. It hasn't worked for probably 10 years by the looks of things. Is it worth trying to repair/replace the factory air or to just tear it out and throw in an aftermarket kit? Just curious as to cost to hassle ratio, etc.... Thanks guys....

This has been discussed in past post and I believe that to fix your factory ac system verses buying an after market...you will have about the same money depending on the extent of repair. If you want to keep the factory look...stay factory...the aftermarket I believe is a more efficient system. I restored my factory ac in my truck as I wanted to keep my truck as close to factory as possible.
Nice lookin truck. Good luck with your projet. I am sure others will chime in

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Yes it is the stock trailing arm setup... I am leaning toward going to a aftermarket A/C system. Just wondering if anyone had any experience as to which was better. I'm guessing the aftermarket would clean up the firewall a little better.

Thanks for the help!