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JeepGuy · 11-24-2008, 11:07 PM

Hello Guys!
Wanted to ask a quick question about my front suspension. I have a 1969 C10 2WD LWB that is all stock. It has 225s on stock 15 inch wheels. It has the original shocks on it from what I can tell and they are worn slam out.

I want to buy new wheels and tires for it and I would like to go with a more level stance. It sags really low in the front even though it only has the I6 in it.

Is there a kit I can buy to level the front end? I put a leveling kit on my 99 Tahoe but it uses torsion bars to do this. Is there a bigger coil I can buy or a coil spacer that will give me an inch or two to level out the front end.

I used a jack to raise it up to the desire height and I really like the way it looks. I am sure it will hold a good 31 or 32 inch tire up front and the rear will not have an issue.

Any thoughts or guys that have done anything similar to this would be greatly appreciated!!! I have all 4 of my brakes working now. I replaced all of the hard lines and master cylinder. It was quite the job but now I can stop my buddy finally. I bought all my stuff from Atheys and he was a great guy and very helpful. Thanks to this site for pointing me in the right direction to him for parts!!

Jay

**70cst** · 11-24-2008, 11:12 PM

Good Post...I am sure you will get some answers. Be patient as it might take a while but you should get some feedback. Good luck.

**WorkinLonghorn** · 11-25-2008, 12:34 AM

I'm no expert but I'll fill in until one shows up. I had this problem (front sag) on an old Cougar once and bought a pair of blocks that fit in between the coils.Seemed to work out OK,but if I were you I think I'd just get a new set of springs.

68C15 · 11-25-2008, 03:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WorkinLonghorn

I'm no expert but I'll fill in until one shows up. I had this problem (front sag) on an old Cougar once and bought a pair of blocks that fit in between the coils.Seemed to work out OK,but if I were you I think I'd just get a new set of springs.

anything you put in the springs is a bad idea. they can fall out and cause weird handling suddenly. I second the new spring idea.
I have a set of used 3/4 ton springs I got for free from another member. if you pay the shipping and want them I will give them to you.

cdowns · 11-25-2008, 08:30 AM

get new stock front springs then get the tires and wheels you want then measure how high the rear is and then get lowering springs for the rear to adjust the truvck to a level or near level ride if thats what you desire

72BlckButy · 11-25-2008, 08:57 AM

You might try 3/4 springs as mentioned by 68C15, or even BB springs might raise it enough.

JeepGuy · 11-25-2008, 06:56 PM

Ok Guys. thanks for all the info so far.

I want to give my 2WD truck just the appearance that it is 4WD is all. Could I simply just replace the front springs with new 3/4 ton springs? Also what would will I have to do with the shocks. I know all 4 need replacing.

I want to put like a 32 inch All- Terrain tire in there. Do you think that would fit?

Thanks in advance!

JeepGuy · 11-25-2008, 07:05 PM

Here is what she looks like now so you guys can see it!

I just want to level the front end with the rear. Thanks alot!

d10s69c10 · 11-25-2008, 07:07 PM

^ agreed with all of the above.

Little piece of advise for all a springs will lose thier "Tension" in about 10 years time soo that's umm 29 additional years of Gravity working on that spring.

a stock bigblock for say a 72 pickup i think would do the trick just fine.

2 pennies

other options would be:
Lift spindles.
straight axle: for future 4X4 options.
call spring manufactures for a +" spring.

11-24-2008, 11:07 PM	#1
JeepGuy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 12	2WD Front Suspension Question Hello Guys! Wanted to ask a quick question about my front suspension. I have a 1969 C10 2WD LWB that is all stock. It has 225s on stock 15 inch wheels. It has the original shocks on it from what I can tell and they are worn slam out. I want to buy new wheels and tires for it and I would like to go with a more level stance. It sags really low in the front even though it only has the I6 in it. Is there a kit I can buy to level the front end? I put a leveling kit on my 99 Tahoe but it uses torsion bars to do this. Is there a bigger coil I can buy or a coil spacer that will give me an inch or two to level out the front end. I used a jack to raise it up to the desire height and I really like the way it looks. I am sure it will hold a good 31 or 32 inch tire up front and the rear will not have an issue. Any thoughts or guys that have done anything similar to this would be greatly appreciated!!! I have all 4 of my brakes working now. I replaced all of the hard lines and master cylinder. It was quite the job but now I can stop my buddy finally. I bought all my stuff from Atheys and he was a great guy and very helpful. Thanks to this site for pointing me in the right direction to him for parts!! Jay __________________ 1969 Chevy C10 LWB 2WD I6 3 on the tree. Blue Goose. 1999 Chevy Tahoe LT 4x4 285's. Pewter Metallic. 1983 Jeep CJ-7 I6 D300 AMC 20 31s. Jamacian Beige. 2007 Honda Accord SE 4 door I4 (Wifey)

11-24-2008, 11:12 PM	#2
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: 2WD Front Suspension Question Good Post...I am sure you will get some answers. Be patient as it might take a while but you should get some feedback. Good luck. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

11-25-2008, 12:34 AM	#3
WorkinLonghorn Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Studio City, Calif. Posts: 2,883	Re: 2WD Front Suspension Question I'm no expert but I'll fill in until one shows up. I had this problem (front sag) on an old Cougar once and bought a pair of blocks that fit in between the coils.Seemed to work out OK,but if I were you I think I'd just get a new set of springs. __________________ '69 GMC C2500 Custom Camper, 8 1/2' bed, New GM 350, NP 435 Close Ratio 4spd. Trans., 3.73 Dana-60 open.Camper and Trailer wiring, PS, PB, AC, tach , three gas tanks, stereo speakers, 2nd owner, Work-Truck supreme.

11-25-2008, 08:30 AM	#5
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: 2WD Front Suspension Question get new stock front springs then get the tires and wheels you want then measure how high the rear is and then get lowering springs for the rear to adjust the truvck to a level or near level ride if thats what you desire __________________ 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

11-25-2008, 08:57 AM	#6
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: 2WD Front Suspension Question You might try 3/4 springs as mentioned by 68C15, or even BB springs might raise it enough. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

11-25-2008, 06:56 PM	#7
JeepGuy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 12	Re: 2WD Front Suspension Question Ok Guys. thanks for all the info so far. I want to give my 2WD truck just the appearance that it is 4WD is all. Could I simply just replace the front springs with new 3/4 ton springs? Also what would will I have to do with the shocks. I know all 4 need replacing. I want to put like a 32 inch All- Terrain tire in there. Do you think that would fit? Thanks in advance! __________________ 1969 Chevy C10 LWB 2WD I6 3 on the tree. Blue Goose. 1999 Chevy Tahoe LT 4x4 285's. Pewter Metallic. 1983 Jeep CJ-7 I6 D300 AMC 20 31s. Jamacian Beige. 2007 Honda Accord SE 4 door I4 (Wifey)

11-25-2008, 07:05 PM	#8
JeepGuy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 12	Re: 2WD Front Suspension Question Here is what she looks like now so you guys can see it! I just want to level the front end with the rear. Thanks alot! __________________ 1969 Chevy C10 LWB 2WD I6 3 on the tree. Blue Goose. 1999 Chevy Tahoe LT 4x4 285's. Pewter Metallic. 1983 Jeep CJ-7 I6 D300 AMC 20 31s. Jamacian Beige. 2007 Honda Accord SE 4 door I4 (Wifey)

11-25-2008, 07:07 PM	#9
d10s69c10 Built 4 Speed Join Date: May 2008 Location: Geneva FL Posts: 619	Re: 2WD Front Suspension Question ^ agreed with all of the above. Little piece of advise for all a springs will lose thier "Tension" in about 10 years time soo that's umm 29 additional years of Gravity working on that spring. a stock bigblock for say a 72 pickup i think would do the trick just fine. 2 pennies other options would be: Lift spindles. straight axle: for future 4X4 options. call spring manufactures for a +" spring. __________________ 1969 C/10 Short Box: 496/T-56 in worx. "To Be Old And Wise, First You Must Be Young And Stupid" Last edited by d10s69c10; 11-25-2008 at 07:09 PM. Reason: options.

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