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Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Indiana
Posts: 33
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Suburban suspension swap
Hello, I am new to this site. I have searched all over the net for a Suburban related forum. Looks like this is it! Now, on to my question...
I just bought an old, worn out 80 Suburban (always wanted one of these). It is a 2 wheel drive. I have a rebuilt engine and tranny going in soon, but my question is about the suspension. The primary function of this rig is going to be towing a double axle car trailer. This vehicle seems to sit pretty low (the running boards make it seem even lower, but the vehicle itself is low). I have located a 1-ton rear axle and springs for a reasonable cost. Will this be a bolt-in? What should I look out for? How far can I expect it to raise the rear of the truck (unloaded)? Assuming this swap will work, and assuming it will raise the rear, what can be done to raise the front? A buddy suggested maybe using front springs from a diesel truck. Would this do the trick? |
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BAD BOW-Silverado XST
Join Date: May 2000
Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX
Posts: 6,431
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Checkout www.chevytalk.com for more burb owners too.
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5 day ban, learn to behave.
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: san diego, ca
Posts: 684
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blasphemy!!!!!!!
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Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2001
Location: Atlanta GA
Posts: 1,704
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Where you at?
There is a Guy in Florida parting a 89 3/4 ton burb. Add is at the forsale forums at www.ck5.com
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Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Indiana
Posts: 33
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Unfortunately, I'm clear up in Indiana.
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