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**bb400ho** · 11-25-2019, 03:08 PM

hello, i have a 68 gmc shortbed 2 wd with a leaf spring rear. the springs in it have 8 leafs (i think some were added) and they are 2-1/4 wide. i have a newer rear end in it and i had to use 2-1/2 u bolts and saddles. i would like to buy new leaf springs for the rear. my question is would i have to change the mounts on the frame to go with the easily obtainable 2-1/2" wide springs or is there a bushing that could be shortened?
thanks bryan

11-25-2019, 03:08 PM	#1
bb400ho Active Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: erie pa Posts: 150	rear leaf spring question hello, i have a 68 gmc shortbed 2 wd with a leaf spring rear. the springs in it have 8 leafs (i think some were added) and they are 2-1/4 wide. i have a newer rear end in it and i had to use 2-1/2 u bolts and saddles. i would like to buy new leaf springs for the rear. my question is would i have to change the mounts on the frame to go with the easily obtainable 2-1/2" wide springs or is there a bushing that could be shortened? thanks bryan



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