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Lees68GMC · 11-12-2013, 01:28 PM

My 68 GMCs Rear leaf spring bushings are shot and need replacement.

I've ordered from two different suppliers and what arrives has been too Big Diameter or too long. Would like to do Ureathane, anyone know a Manufacturer, Correct Part # (Energy Suspension, Prothane)?

Anybody have a source, product, part numbers? I'm so tired of all the fools arguing with me saying; "Those trucks didn't have Leaf Springs, they only came with trailing arms and coil springs".

Thanks in advance for your knowledge and help - Lee

cdowns · 11-12-2013, 01:34 PM

go in person to a local spring shop

sKnNyPpY · 11-12-2013, 02:40 PM

I just replaced the whole shackle. 67 is a tough year, but these might work for ya. http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index....8781&x=121&y=6

**jmader** · 11-12-2013, 06:55 PM

Are you looking for the bushing in the shackle or the spring eye? 4WD or 2WD? I got my 4X4 bushings from LMC. The shackle bushing part number is 34-0118. The spring eye bushing number is 34-1374. Hope this helps.

Lees68GMC · 11-12-2013, 07:54 PM

Thanks Skinny, I'll just buy those shackles there too, it's cheaper than a lot of replacement stuff I've been seeing around.

Yup, jmader I need the bushings, sleeves and bolts for the spring eyes, 2 Wheel Drive, Rear leaf springs, I'd really like ureathane (stiffness) but at this point beggars should not be choosey, eh?

Thanks for your HELP you guys! - Lee

11-12-2013, 01:28 PM	#1
Lees68GMC Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Prescott Arizona Posts: 343	68 Rear Leaf Spring Bushings My 68 GMCs Rear leaf spring bushings are shot and need replacement. I've ordered from two different suppliers and what arrives has been too Big Diameter or too long. Would like to do Ureathane, anyone know a Manufacturer, Correct Part # (Energy Suspension, Prothane)? Anybody have a source, product, part numbers? I'm so tired of all the fools arguing with me saying; "Those trucks didn't have Leaf Springs, they only came with trailing arms and coil springs". Thanks in advance for your knowledge and help - Lee __________________ 68 GMC SWB Vortec 5.3 98 Chevy Blazer ZR2 94 Mazda Miata, LS2 6 speed, sold "No matter what happens, nobody gets out alive"

11-12-2013, 01:34 PM	#2
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: 68 Rear Leaf Spring Bushings go in person to a local spring shop __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

11-12-2013, 02:40 PM	#3
sKnNyPpY Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbia, SC Posts: 549	Re: 68 Rear Leaf Spring Bushings I just replaced the whole shackle. 67 is a tough year, but these might work for ya. http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index....8781&x=121&y=6 __________________ Life is too long to go slow... 71 GMC 1500 Super Custom LWB 350/350 AC(replaced w/vintage air)/PS/PB 2.5 CPP Spindle, 1" CPP Drop Spring, CPP Front and Rear Sway Bars/DJM Flip, new General Spring KC 5 spring pack, HEI /IntReg Alt 20x8.5 OldSkools 5" BS, 275/45 Falkens

11-12-2013, 06:55 PM	#4
jmader Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Grand Island, NE Posts: 1,483	Re: 68 Rear Leaf Spring Bushings Are you looking for the bushing in the shackle or the spring eye? 4WD or 2WD? I got my 4X4 bushings from LMC. The shackle bushing part number is 34-0118. The spring eye bushing number is 34-1374. Hope this helps. __________________ 1949 Chevy 3100 Five Window 1964 Chevy C10 Lambrecht Auction project 1967 Chevy SWB K10 1967 GMC K15 Project Build thread- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...72#post6502772 1968 Chevy Anniversary K10 1991 K5 4" Lift 35's (the wife's toy)

11-12-2013, 07:54 PM	#5
Lees68GMC Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Prescott Arizona Posts: 343	Re: 68 Rear Leaf Spring Bushings Thanks Skinny, I'll just buy those shackles there too, it's cheaper than a lot of replacement stuff I've been seeing around. Yup, jmader I need the bushings, sleeves and bolts for the spring eyes, 2 Wheel Drive, Rear leaf springs, I'd really like ureathane (stiffness) but at this point beggars should not be choosey, eh? Thanks for your HELP you guys! - Lee __________________ 68 GMC SWB Vortec 5.3 98 Chevy Blazer ZR2 94 Mazda Miata, LS2 6 speed, sold "No matter what happens, nobody gets out alive"



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