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7111127 · 10-15-2011, 03:09 PM

im lookin at this kit for my 70 gmc it has leaf springs

http://www.avsontheweb.com/product.p...cat=334&page=1

wut would be best way 2 install it

edit: or would a diff kit do me better?

cableguy0 · 10-15-2011, 03:18 PM

Unless you have fabrication and welding skills that kit is not a good idea. You have to know what your doing in order to install it properly. Its a complete weld in deal and it not application specific. If your comfortable welding and fabricating then the kit isnt a big deal just takes time and patience. This is not a do it yourself kit.

7111127 · 10-15-2011, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by cableguy0

Unless you have fabrication and welding skills that kit is not a good idea. You have to know what your doing in order to install it properly. Its a complete weld in deal and it not application specific. If your comfortable welding and fabricating then the kit isnt a big deal just takes time and patience. This is not a do it yourself kit.

i got a friend whos like a master at it he will be doing the welding lol i just need like a build idea i guess like 2 bars on out side of frame str8

and the other 2 like a /\ thing lol

cableguy0 · 10-15-2011, 03:23 PM

If your looking to eliminate the leaf springs and go to a true 4 link you would be better off to just back half the truck. S&W has a bunch of kits. The biggest issue is making sure your axle centerline stays where it belongs.

7111127 · 10-15-2011, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by cableguy0

If your looking to eliminate the leaf springs and go to a true 4 link you would be better off to just back half the truck. S&W has a bunch of kits. The biggest issue is making sure your axle centerline stays where it belongs.

well im not making truck lay frame i just wanna c notch and bag it lol

cableguy0 · 10-15-2011, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by 7111127

well im not making truck lay frame i just wanna c notch and bag it lol

Its not about laying frame its about having a safe suspension. If your geometry is not correct you will have a disaster on your hands. I'm not trying to turn you away from doing it but being able to weld is only one small part of it. Suspension is a giant safety issue. Both for the people in your truck and the people around you on the road.

fastwillie 696969 · 10-15-2011, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by cableguy0

Unless you have fabrication and welding skills that kit is not a good idea. You have to know what your doing in order to install it properly. Its a complete weld in deal and it not application specific. If your comfortable welding and fabricating then the kit isnt a big deal just takes time and patience. This is not a do it yourself kit.

This is not a do it yourself kit. im really think about it arnt they all do your self kits

7111127 · 10-16-2011, 12:16 AM

alright got any tips/tricks u can share?

andrewmp6 · 10-16-2011, 03:27 AM

Talk to nate aka porterbuilt on here he probably can do a trailing arm kit like the chevy trucks used.

Tony@AirRideTech · 10-17-2011, 10:41 AM

I will post a four link install video here shortly... it is as basic as it gets. Keep an eye out for it.

10-15-2011, 03:09 PM	#1
7111127 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Coweta Oklahoma Posts: 56	4 link ? im lookin at this kit for my 70 gmc it has leaf springs http://www.avsontheweb.com/product.p...cat=334&page=1 wut would be best way 2 install it edit: or would a diff kit do me better?

10-15-2011, 03:18 PM	#2
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,948	Re: 4 link ? Unless you have fabrication and welding skills that kit is not a good idea. You have to know what your doing in order to install it properly. Its a complete weld in deal and it not application specific. If your comfortable welding and fabricating then the kit isnt a big deal just takes time and patience. This is not a do it yourself kit. __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

10-15-2011, 03:23 PM	#4
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,948	Re: 4 link ? If your looking to eliminate the leaf springs and go to a true 4 link you would be better off to just back half the truck. S&W has a bunch of kits. The biggest issue is making sure your axle centerline stays where it belongs. __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

10-16-2011, 12:16 AM	#8
7111127 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Coweta Oklahoma Posts: 56	Re: 4 link ? alright got any tips/tricks u can share?

10-16-2011, 03:27 AM	#9
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: 4 link ? Talk to nate aka porterbuilt on here he probably can do a trailing arm kit like the chevy trucks used.

10-17-2011, 10:41 AM	#10
Tony@AirRideTech Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Huntingburg IN Posts: 620	Re: 4 link ? I will post a four link install video here shortly... it is as basic as it gets. Keep an eye out for it.



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