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GMCBubba · 01-17-2010, 12:01 AM

hey guys, i tried to do a simple job of replacing the original rear shocks on my 69 3/4 ton leaf spring rear. unfortunately, on the top driver's side, the metal sleeve in the shock is rusted/fused to the post. should i try to cut it off with a grinder so i can replace it, just put the new shock on over the old metal sleeve, or something else that i haven't thought of yet? thanks for the help

hayhauler71 · 01-17-2010, 12:16 AM

The sleeve usually has a small groove in it that you can get a air hammer or chisel to split the sleeve or open it up to remove it.

01-17-2010, 12:01 AM	#1
GMCBubba Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Simpsonville, SC Posts: 255	shock replacement help hey guys, i tried to do a simple job of replacing the original rear shocks on my 69 3/4 ton leaf spring rear. unfortunately, on the top driver's side, the metal sleeve in the shock is rusted/fused to the post. should i try to cut it off with a grinder so i can replace it, just put the new shock on over the old metal sleeve, or something else that i haven't thought of yet? thanks for the help __________________ 1969 GMC 3/4 ton, 307, 4-speed NP435GL, DANA 60, 4.10, HD rear leafs, manual everything, leaking oil and water. Now rocking 383, NV4500, power steering, power brakes. Finally undergoing restoration.

01-17-2010, 12:16 AM	#2
hayhauler71 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: St. Paul MN. Posts: 1,996	Re: shock replacement help The sleeve usually has a small groove in it that you can get a air hammer or chisel to split the sleeve or open it up to remove it.



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