Stock front leaf spring installation - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

BlazinKenK · 10-22-2009, 04:31 PM

Hey Guys,

I just wanted to get a second opinion, I was told that the stock leaf springs are actually installed flipped over. I'm almost thinking this is true because I just received a set from GMCPauls and they are almost straight. Currently I have a 4" lift and they are sitting pretty much straight, with weight on them. I'm not sure I would get 4" of drop if they are not installed flipped over. If anyone can verify or post a picture of some stock springs installed, that would be much appreciated.

Thanks

PS.. First time I used GMCPauls and I was very impressed, quick shipping, good to work with, good prices.

Blazer1970 · 10-22-2009, 04:36 PM

The front springs are not installed "flipped over", but stock front springs do have a negative arch when the truck weight is on them.

BlazinKenK · 10-22-2009, 06:14 PM

Thanks Tim, I'm a lot more comfortable with this answer.

10-22-2009, 04:31 PM	#1
BlazinKenK Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Easley,SC Posts: 12	Stock front leaf spring installation Hey Guys, I just wanted to get a second opinion, I was told that the stock leaf springs are actually installed flipped over. I'm almost thinking this is true because I just received a set from GMCPauls and they are almost straight. Currently I have a 4" lift and they are sitting pretty much straight, with weight on them. I'm not sure I would get 4" of drop if they are not installed flipped over. If anyone can verify or post a picture of some stock springs installed, that would be much appreciated. Thanks PS.. First time I used GMCPauls and I was very impressed, quick shipping, good to work with, good prices. Last edited by BlazinKenK; 10-22-2009 at 04:32 PM.

10-22-2009, 04:36 PM	#2
Blazer1970 Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Old Mission, MI, USA Posts: 2,510	Re: Stock front leaf spring installation The front springs are not installed "flipped over", but stock front springs do have a negative arch when the truck weight is on them. __________________ Tim

10-22-2009, 06:14 PM	#3
BlazinKenK Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Easley,SC Posts: 12	Re: Stock front leaf spring installation Thanks Tim, I'm a lot more comfortable with this answer.



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