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PureChevy · 12-15-2003, 06:12 PM

I think the springs on my k10 are starting to sag a little. Well it will be awhile before i can do any of this, but i was curious. Could i put 3/4 ton springs on my 1/2 ton. WOuld it raise it much? Would they just bolt in, or would there be a lot of fabrication.

thanks

**Yukon Jack** · 12-15-2003, 06:54 PM

Here is a pic of my original 3/4 ton springs. There are a total of 6 leaves and then there is a stock block that is also in the pack. I am relatively certain you can just bolt on a set of these, but you probably will need new u-bolts.

**Yukon Jack** · 12-15-2003, 06:56 PM

Here is a pic of the block that is also used.

**old Rusty C10** · 12-15-2003, 08:19 PM

ive done it on the later model years as long as the length of the springs are the same youll need to use the larger U bolts too on the truck and youll have to make sure your rear brake line has enough clearance
im actually going to leave the rears in the 76 im building cause i use it tow alot

Longhorn Man · 12-15-2003, 10:56 PM

63-72 c10 and c20 trucks have leaf packs separated 42.5" center to center, the 4x4's these years were the same as 1 ton spacing at 40"

PureChevy · 12-16-2003, 11:39 AM

that seems like it would work. I dont care about lifting it, i just want heavier duty springs for towing and hauling stuff.

lukecp · 12-16-2003, 12:54 PM

Keep in mind it will also ride rougher....but if you tow and haul alot of stuff, go for it.

PureChevy · 12-16-2003, 01:13 PM

like i said, it may be a little while before i can sqeeze the old bank account for that. I just figured that i am going to need to replace the old springs sooner of later, so why not try and put 3/4 ton ones on.
Has anybody just swapped the springs out. No blocks or anything. any pics??

**JIMs70GMC** · 12-16-2003, 02:26 PM

Just get an add a leaf for about $60 a set, and install them. I added one to the rear of my truck plus replaced the 1" block w/ a 2" block. Pics in link in sig.

12-15-2003, 06:12 PM	#1
PureChevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Hickory, North Carolina Posts: 340	3/4 ton springs???? I think the springs on my k10 are starting to sag a little. Well it will be awhile before i can do any of this, but i was curious. Could i put 3/4 ton springs on my 1/2 ton. WOuld it raise it much? Would they just bolt in, or would there be a lot of fabrication. thanks __________________ 1972 k10 4x4 LWB (Sold in 2005)

12-15-2003, 06:54 PM	#2
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,684	Here is a pic of my original 3/4 ton springs. There are a total of 6 leaves and then there is a stock block that is also in the pack. I am relatively certain you can just bolt on a set of these, but you probably will need new u-bolts. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

12-15-2003, 06:56 PM	#3
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,684	Here is a pic of the block that is also used. Attached Images __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

12-15-2003, 08:19 PM	#4
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,293	ive done it on the later model years as long as the length of the springs are the same youll need to use the larger U bolts too on the truck and youll have to make sure your rear brake line has enough clearance im actually going to leave the rears in the 76 im building cause i use it tow alot __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

12-16-2003, 11:39 AM	#6
PureChevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Hickory, North Carolina Posts: 340	that seems like it would work. I dont care about lifting it, i just want heavier duty springs for towing and hauling stuff. __________________ 1972 k10 4x4 LWB (Sold in 2005)

12-15-2003, 10:56 PM	#5
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	63-72 c10 and c20 trucks have leaf packs separated 42.5" center to center, the 4x4's these years were the same as 1 ton spacing at 40"

12-16-2003, 12:54 PM	#7
lukecp Formerly yellow72custom Join Date: May 2001 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 7,531	Keep in mind it will also ride rougher....but if you tow and haul alot of stuff, go for it. __________________ '72 Chevy C10 Mild 350/TH350/3.07. Ochre/White. Old high school ride. '70 GMC C2500 '62 327 4bbl/SM465/4.56-geared Dana 60. White/White. Project or parts truck. '97 Saturn SL DD. 1.9/5-speed. 40+ highway mpg

12-16-2003, 01:13 PM	#8
PureChevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Hickory, North Carolina Posts: 340	like i said, it may be a little while before i can sqeeze the old bank account for that. I just figured that i am going to need to replace the old springs sooner of later, so why not try and put 3/4 ton ones on. Has anybody just swapped the springs out. No blocks or anything. any pics?? __________________ 1972 k10 4x4 LWB (Sold in 2005)

12-16-2003, 02:26 PM	#9
JIMs70GMC user # 2756 Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Chesapeake, Virginia Posts: 4,612	Just get an add a leaf for about $60 a set, and install them. I added one to the rear of my truck plus replaced the 1" block w/ a 2" block. Pics in link in sig. __________________ 1970 K25, 8' stepside bed 350/465/205 44 up front, 60 in the rear 4.10s rolling on 33" Dunlop MTs 1986 K5, 350/465/208 Dana 60/14 bolt from a cucv 36" Super Swampers TSL/SX 1983 K20 w/ CUCV axles, 350/700R4/208 sitting on 37" Goodyears 1986 M1031 6.2 diesel, TH400/NP205 locker in the rear and a LS in the front, all stock for now..... 1986 K30, 350/400/205 dana 60 and 14 bolt. I kept the drivetrain. Body/bad and chassis are gone. 1981 K30, 350/465/205 dana 60 and dually 14 bolt. Has a G80, and a flat bed. Going to replace the flat bed. 1985 K20, 350/400/208 10 bolt and SF 14 bolt. I wonder where I can find some 1 tons. Hmmmmm



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