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67_396 · 04-20-2003, 08:38 PM

Do any of you run 4-link suspension in your truck? If so, what changes did you do to make everything work? Also, I would like to see pictures of how you did your set-up. Thanks

Reumster · 04-20-2003, 08:57 PM

To tell you the truth you won't see many 4 link suspensions on 1/2Ton 2wd 67-72 because the trailing arm suspension is allready awsome. It's actually better than most 4 link set-ups.

Alvin · 04-20-2003, 09:00 PM

I'm planning on running an AirRide Triangulated four-link to replace my leaf springs. So they are a good option for those of us not blessed with coils!

Oh how I wish I had a coil frame though :p Anybody got any info? I'd love to see one installed. Thanks

*Randy70C-10* · 04-20-2003, 09:04 PM

If you run a high-horsepower engine you want to use a prostreet 4 link set up. If you don't , you'll twist the rearend clean out from under the truck. (I saw a t-bucket do this)

flyin99 · 04-20-2003, 09:49 PM

the way I had mine done

*Randy70C-10* · 04-20-2003, 10:13 PM

I shoulda bought that truck......if I only had somewhere to keep it.

flyin99 · 04-20-2003, 10:23 PM

Woulda been nice if you could have Randy, but I understand about the lack of room thing..........been there done that.........already eyeballin the next one to start on though

Crank · 04-20-2003, 10:56 PM

Um, I'm gonna run a Triangulated 4 link, designed by me. It's gonna have bags. But talk to DR. LOW, he has a 4 link with bags. Truck will lay rockers I think.
Brandon

lost wages · 04-21-2003, 12:45 AM

im in the process of setting up a triangulated four link on my bagged 68 right now, one thing to consider is with a stock 12 bolt you CAN NOT weld the brackets to the pumpkin for the angled top bars, it is cast and will not penetrate, try welding something to it, youll see. Im going to run a narrowed 9 inch ford rear end on mine.

72addict · 04-21-2003, 02:50 AM

You can weld it, but it is a pain in the gas (prices are high). The housing would have to be baked first to get the oil out of it, then while it was preheated, prepare the spot, then weld with the high dollar rod (welder at work told me it was about $60 a pound). It is easier to use a 9" definately.

cruzn72 · 04-21-2003, 10:10 PM

My friend and I built a 4 link for my 72gmc. You can look at some of the install pics @ [http://photos.yahoo.com/bc/cruzn72@p....src=ph&.view=

04-20-2003, 08:38 PM	#1
67_396 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Mason City Iowa Posts: 98	4 link suspension?? Do any of you run 4-link suspension in your truck? If so, what changes did you do to make everything work? Also, I would like to see pictures of how you did your set-up. Thanks

04-20-2003, 08:57 PM	#2
Reumster L.E.D. Freak Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Polson MT Posts: 1,358	To tell you the truth you won't see many 4 link suspensions on 1/2Ton 2wd 67-72 because the trailing arm suspension is allready awsome. It's actually better than most 4 link set-ups. __________________ Specializing in Custom L.E.D. inserts. http://www.ccled.com/ Contact me @ blazer2wd1972@hotmail.com (406)675-8082 or Joel @ jmcwaters@eps-corp.net 1972 2wd Blazer, 350/700R4/3:73 posi, err & Custom L.E.D. inserts! LOL

04-20-2003, 09:00 PM	#3
Alvin Never Done? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,435	I'm planning on running an AirRide Triangulated four-link to replace my leaf springs. So they are a good option for those of us not blessed with coils! Oh how I wish I had a coil frame though :p Anybody got any info? I'd love to see one installed. Thanks __________________ Ethel - The Legend Continues... Ethel has been sold.

04-20-2003, 09:49 PM	#5
flyin99 creator of kong Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Kentucky Posts: 538	the way I had mine done Attached Images

04-21-2003, 02:50 AM	#10
72addict Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Mason MI, 48854 (strikezone of the mitten) Posts: 894	You can weld it, but it is a pain in the gas (prices are high). The housing would have to be baked first to get the oil out of it, then while it was preheated, prepare the spot, then weld with the high dollar rod (welder at work told me it was about $60 a pound). It is easier to use a 9" definately. __________________ 1957 Cameo

04-20-2003, 09:04 PM	#4
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	If you run a high-horsepower engine you want to use a prostreet 4 link set up. If you don't , you'll twist the rearend clean out from under the truck. (I saw a t-bucket do this)

04-20-2003, 10:13 PM	#6
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	I shoulda bought that truck......if I only had somewhere to keep it.

04-20-2003, 10:23 PM	#7
flyin99 creator of kong Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Kentucky Posts: 538	Woulda been nice if you could have Randy, but I understand about the lack of room thing..........been there done that.........already eyeballin the next one to start on though

04-20-2003, 10:56 PM	#8
Crank Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Crittenden, KY Posts: 1,965	Um, I'm gonna run a Triangulated 4 link, designed by me. It's gonna have bags. But talk to DR. LOW, he has a 4 link with bags. Truck will lay rockers I think. Brandon

04-21-2003, 12:45 AM	#9
lost wages Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: jefferson city, mo Posts: 1,364	im in the process of setting up a triangulated four link on my bagged 68 right now, one thing to consider is with a stock 12 bolt you CAN NOT weld the brackets to the pumpkin for the angled top bars, it is cast and will not penetrate, try welding something to it, youll see. Im going to run a narrowed 9 inch ford rear end on mine.

04-21-2003, 10:10 PM	#11
cruzn72 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 99	My friend and I built a 4 link for my 72gmc. You can look at some of the install pics @ [http://photos.yahoo.com/bc/cruzn72@p....src=ph&.view= Last edited by cruzn72; 04-21-2003 at 10:46 PM.



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