71 3/4 ton rear leaf replacement - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Big-Blue · 04-04-2009, 01:41 PM

I am planning on a shackle flip so I removed the existing rear springs. It was a Minnesota truck and along with a little sagging, they have some substantial rust pitting. Does anyone know if there is a late model GM 3/4 ton that has springs that will work? Mine are the 52" version. I want to keep the 3/4 capacity and I haven't found anyone that makes an "off the shelf" 3/4 ton version.

I am guessing I could get them cheaper in a salvage yard than a custom set and with the shackle flip, seems like I could move the shackle connection rather easily along the frame if I needed a little length or if I needed to shorten.

Any thoughts? Am I over-simplifying?

4x4Poet · 04-05-2009, 04:28 AM

ORD talks of using longer springs from later model chevys in the tech info at the bottom of their flip page.

http://offroaddesign.com/catalog/shacklekit.htm

I'd call them for some tech info unless you're using another kit or fabbing your own.

**special-K** · 04-05-2009, 07:55 AM

^^Hey,you Suburban hoardin`fool.Where have you been?Got a life?I miss your posts.Nice to see your name.

Big-Blue,Check local yards.Your TX stuff will be so much nicer.Longer is a great idea.I`d look for some Suburban(73-91) packs or the super flexy 88-98 C/Ks.

Big-Blue · 04-05-2009, 09:20 AM

Thanks guys. It looks like the '88 and up are 64" long so I guess I would have to move the front attachment forward to center the wheel in the wheel well? I will call ORD Monday. I would love the better ride quality of the longer springs!

deputyd_0803 · 04-05-2009, 02:26 PM

Big Blue, I did a swap with a mid 80's 3/4 ton rear leafs and it did move my axle about 2" off center of the wheel well. Can't seem to see if there is any different ride quality.

**Captainfab** · 04-05-2009, 11:22 PM

Most guys that I've seen do a shackle flip use the 56" springs, unless you want more flex, then go with the 64" springs.

04-04-2009, 01:41 PM	#1
Big-Blue Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: highland village, TX Posts: 309	71 3/4 ton rear leaf replacement I am planning on a shackle flip so I removed the existing rear springs. It was a Minnesota truck and along with a little sagging, they have some substantial rust pitting. Does anyone know if there is a late model GM 3/4 ton that has springs that will work? Mine are the 52" version. I want to keep the 3/4 capacity and I haven't found anyone that makes an "off the shelf" 3/4 ton version. I am guessing I could get them cheaper in a salvage yard than a custom set and with the shackle flip, seems like I could move the shackle connection rather easily along the frame if I needed a little length or if I needed to shorten. Any thoughts? Am I over-simplifying?

04-05-2009, 04:28 AM	#2
4x4Poet Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: "Under Montana skies." Posts: 1,836	ORD talks of using longer springs from later model chevys in the tech info at the bottom of their flip page. http://offroaddesign.com/catalog/shacklekit.htm I'd call them for some tech info unless you're using another kit or fabbing your own. __________________ '71 GMC K20 Suburban, '71 GMC K10 Suburban, '72 Chevy C10 CST Suburban, '72 Chevy K20 clunker pickup.

04-05-2009, 07:55 AM	#3
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 71 3/4 ton rear leaf replacement ^^Hey,you Suburban hoardin`fool.Where have you been?Got a life?I miss your posts.Nice to see your name. Big-Blue,Check local yards.Your TX stuff will be so much nicer.Longer is a great idea.I`d look for some Suburban(73-91) packs or the super flexy 88-98 C/Ks. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

04-05-2009, 09:20 AM	#4
Big-Blue Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: highland village, TX Posts: 309	Re: 71 3/4 ton rear leaf replacement Thanks guys. It looks like the '88 and up are 64" long so I guess I would have to move the front attachment forward to center the wheel in the wheel well? I will call ORD Monday. I would love the better ride quality of the longer springs!

04-05-2009, 02:26 PM	#5
deputyd_0803 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: St. George, UT Posts: 77	Re: 71 3/4 ton rear leaf replacement Big Blue, I did a swap with a mid 80's 3/4 ton rear leafs and it did move my axle about 2" off center of the wheel well. Can't seem to see if there is any different ride quality. __________________ The ONLY way to go. 1972 C20 Custom Deluxe: Rebuilt 402 hopped up a bit, th400 with shift kit, Dana 60(wanna have posi), New solid, no cancer, cab. B & M Starshifter floor shifter.

04-05-2009, 11:22 PM	#6
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: 71 3/4 ton rear leaf replacement Most guys that I've seen do a shackle flip use the 56" springs, unless you want more flex, then go with the 64" springs. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE



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