72 c10 with rear leaf springs question - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

DTMsurf · 03-13-2016, 12:55 AM

So my truck was set up with a tow,hauling, package from the dealer so it has leaf springs on the rear. I haven't had any luck finding lowering kits that have what you need for rear leafs for a 72 C10. They list kits for 1973 C10 will that work? I would look under suburban or C20 C30 but the rear end might be different I'm not sure. Any help is appreciated!

Sklptrljay · 03-13-2016, 01:54 AM

Try here.

http://www.gmcpauls.com/lowering_springs_&_parts.htm

DTMsurf · 03-13-2016, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Sklptrljay

Try here.

http://www.gmcpauls.com/lowering_springs_&_parts.htm

Those look like they will work but $600 plus shipping is a bit crazy for just the leafs. There are full front and rear kits for 73 c10s at that price

72MARIO · 03-13-2016, 10:06 AM

Welcome to the odd ball 2 1/4" wide rear spring club. There expensive.

volksworld · 03-13-2016, 10:35 AM

the leaves are skinnier than 73 and up...got mine made by eaton detroit spring...it was years ago ,i think they were about 350 for the pair....you can use later shackles if you tack weld washers inside on the spring end...the end that fits on the chassis bracket is the same

**bowtie72** · 03-13-2016, 11:01 AM

I have a complete rear leaf lowered with axle flip and rear axle. How soon do you need everything? I am wanting to swap to coils. They ride to rough for me. If your not in a hurry.

DTMsurf · 03-13-2016, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by bowtie72

I have a complete rear leaf lowered with axle flip and rear axle. How soon do you need everything? I am wanting to swap to coils. They ride to rough for me. If your not in a hurry.

Not in a rush at all, hit me up via email when you have a chance so I can figure out exactly what you have and what I will need, thanks!

Billsauer@gmail.com

03-13-2016, 12:55 AM	#1
DTMsurf Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: San Diego California Posts: 41	72 c10 with rear leaf springs question So my truck was set up with a tow,hauling, package from the dealer so it has leaf springs on the rear. I haven't had any luck finding lowering kits that have what you need for rear leafs for a 72 C10. They list kits for 1973 C10 will that work? I would look under suburban or C20 C30 but the rear end might be different I'm not sure. Any help is appreciated!

03-13-2016, 01:54 AM	#2
Sklptrljay Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Stillwater, Oklahoma Posts: 874	Re: 72 c10 with rear leaf springs question Try here. http://www.gmcpauls.com/lowering_springs_&_parts.htm __________________ 1971 C/10 SWB, 15x8 Rallys, 4.5" X 7" static drop, C-notched, 350/350, 3.73 Posi. .........A 383 and Gear Vendors are on my bucket list. 1972 GMC 4X4 K1500 Survivor - Sold No matter what problems life throws at you, your time on Earth can be incredibly fulfilling and rewarding.....if you just lower your expectations. -Phil Dunphy

03-13-2016, 10:06 AM	#4
72MARIO Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Huntsville Ontario Canada Posts: 4,052	Re: 72 c10 with rear leaf springs question Welcome to the odd ball 2 1/4" wide rear spring club. There expensive. __________________ 1968 Suburban numbers matching all original truck now equipped with 6.0/4L80 on Accuair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=625017 1967 C/20 6.0/4L80 Roofing Truck 1990 V2500 Suburban "Plow Truck" 2005 TAHOE DD

03-13-2016, 10:35 AM	#5
volksworld Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: formerly NY currentlyNC Posts: 389	Re: 72 c10 with rear leaf springs question the leaves are skinnier than 73 and up...got mine made by eaton detroit spring...it was years ago ,i think they were about 350 for the pair....you can use later shackles if you tack weld washers inside on the spring end...the end that fits on the chassis bracket is the same __________________ 1970 short step c10 leaf spring 454

03-13-2016, 11:01 AM	#6
bowtie72 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Colorado Posts: 361	Re: 72 c10 with rear leaf springs question I have a complete rear leaf lowered with axle flip and rear axle. How soon do you need everything? I am wanting to swap to coils. They ride to rough for me. If your not in a hurry. __________________ 1968 SWB "Little White Truck" 1972 LWB LS 4l80 "Plain Jane!!"



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