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Low&Slow83 · 02-13-2008, 06:58 AM

ok i was thinking about removing the bottom leaf to see how it looks. ive already read how to do it but is it reversible if i dont like the look? meaning could i put the bottom leaf back on? not real clear on if anything needs to be cut so thats why i ask. just figured you guys know a little bit more of what you are talking about.

slug · 02-13-2008, 07:13 AM

i dont think your going to notice much difference by just takeing one leaf out

Low&Slow83 · 02-13-2008, 07:14 AM

the bottom leaf. the thick one. my friend has it done on his 88 and it made a difference

slug · 02-13-2008, 07:16 AM

i thik i removed 2 or 3 out of my pack before i used a flip kit, all you can do is try. but ,yes it is reversable

Low&Slow83 · 02-13-2008, 07:21 AM

yeah because i dont wanna go much lower in the back because i already have shackles and hangers. this might help me kill some time this weekend... thanks =D

bobbo · 02-13-2008, 09:49 AM

I removed two middle leafs on mine after the 2" drop shackle didn't do enough...the ride is still great unless you get alot of weight in it. I hauled a 5.3L engine in it yesterday and it was really stiff...

**N2TRUX** · 02-14-2008, 12:25 AM

To answer your question you might have to replace the center pin if you want to put it back. When you pull the U-bolts and drop the axle down you will see that the springs have a bolt running through them. If you remove the lower leaf that bolt might be to long and you may have to cut it shorter.

Low&Slow83 · 02-14-2008, 12:37 AM

alright thats simple enough. ill probably take it out of the middle that way i can keep my helper leaf. im capable of puttin in a new bolt though lol.

bigblock73 · 02-14-2008, 02:40 AM

Dont just get a bolt, purchase new centering pins from your local auto parts store or off road shop. They are cheap and will work better.

moneyeater · 02-14-2008, 04:21 AM

I removed the 2 lower leafs about a year ago and after completing the truck and driving it a little bit i liked the smoother ride very much but now the springpack settled and the rear came down more and the axle hit the bumpstop!Last weekend i put the two leafs back in and the stance is better now but the ride is a little harsh without load!
I had no problems with the centerbolts!

Low&Slow83 · 02-14-2008, 04:38 AM

thats why i decided to keep the helper spring because i dont want it to start sagging. yeah i didnt mean actually buying a bolt. if i do it ill do it right since i drive the thing almost every day.

02-13-2008, 06:58 AM	#1
Low&Slow83 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 109	removing leafs ok i was thinking about removing the bottom leaf to see how it looks. ive already read how to do it but is it reversible if i dont like the look? meaning could i put the bottom leaf back on? not real clear on if anything needs to be cut so thats why i ask. just figured you guys know a little bit more of what you are talking about. __________________ 1983 Chevrolet C10 - 1st car/ Daily Driver / Project 1995 Nissan 240SX - SOLD

02-13-2008, 07:13 AM	#2
slug Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Groves,TX Posts: 483	Re: removing leafs i dont think your going to notice much difference by just takeing one leaf out

02-13-2008, 07:14 AM	#3
Low&Slow83 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 109	Re: removing leafs the bottom leaf. the thick one. my friend has it done on his 88 and it made a difference __________________ 1983 Chevrolet C10 - 1st car/ Daily Driver / Project 1995 Nissan 240SX - SOLD

02-13-2008, 07:16 AM	#4
slug Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Groves,TX Posts: 483	Re: removing leafs i thik i removed 2 or 3 out of my pack before i used a flip kit, all you can do is try. but ,yes it is reversable

02-13-2008, 07:21 AM	#5
Low&Slow83 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 109	Re: removing leafs yeah because i dont wanna go much lower in the back because i already have shackles and hangers. this might help me kill some time this weekend... thanks =D __________________ 1983 Chevrolet C10 - 1st car/ Daily Driver / Project 1995 Nissan 240SX - SOLD

02-13-2008, 09:49 AM	#6
bobbo Droppin' It Like It's Hot! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Battlefield, Missouri Posts: 2,934	Re: removing leafs I removed two middle leafs on mine after the 2" drop shackle didn't do enough...the ride is still great unless you get alot of weight in it. I hauled a 5.3L engine in it yesterday and it was really stiff... Attached Images __________________ Robert Life Member RIP CAROL JANICE HARTMAN. BELOVED MOTHER. 01/04/53 - 03/05/09 1969 1500 Norwood, MO 2007 Big Sandy, TN 2008 Had nothing to do with the forklift! Kirkwood, MO (Midwest Meet 2009) Midwest All Truck Nationals, KCMO - 2008 - 2009 - 2010 - 2012 - 2014 SUPPORT THE SITE HERE!

02-14-2008, 12:25 AM	#7
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: removing leafs To answer your question you might have to replace the center pin if you want to put it back. When you pull the U-bolts and drop the axle down you will see that the springs have a bolt running through them. If you remove the lower leaf that bolt might be to long and you may have to cut it shorter. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

02-14-2008, 12:37 AM	#8
Low&Slow83 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 109	Re: removing leafs alright thats simple enough. ill probably take it out of the middle that way i can keep my helper leaf. im capable of puttin in a new bolt though lol. __________________ 1983 Chevrolet C10 - 1st car/ Daily Driver / Project 1995 Nissan 240SX - SOLD

02-14-2008, 02:40 AM	#9
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,826	Re: removing leafs Dont just get a bolt, purchase new centering pins from your local auto parts store or off road shop. They are cheap and will work better. __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

02-14-2008, 04:21 AM	#10
moneyeater Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Northern Germany,near Bremen Posts: 684	Re: removing leafs I removed the 2 lower leafs about a year ago and after completing the truck and driving it a little bit i liked the smoother ride very much but now the springpack settled and the rear came down more and the axle hit the bumpstop!Last weekend i put the two leafs back in and the stance is better now but the ride is a little harsh without load! I had no problems with the centerbolts! __________________ My little US vehicle parts business: http://www.thegearheaddepot.com/ Come have a look! ´81 GMC C 10, Spanish Red

02-14-2008, 04:38 AM	#11
Low&Slow83 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 109	Re: removing leafs thats why i decided to keep the helper spring because i dont want it to start sagging. yeah i didnt mean actually buying a bolt. if i do it ill do it right since i drive the thing almost every day. __________________ 1983 Chevrolet C10 - 1st car/ Daily Driver / Project 1995 Nissan 240SX - SOLD



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