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4milbanshee · 03-07-2010, 12:52 AM

i have a 68 chevy 2wd short bed pick up,im putting 396 big block in it but im not sure if putting s-10 front springs in it would be a good idea, i dont know if the s-10 springs are going to be able to hold the weight of the big block, got any suggestions of what springs to use???

4milbanshee · 03-07-2010, 01:27 AM

i need help with some suggestions

EA69TRK · 03-07-2010, 02:49 AM

heres a bump for yah hope it helps

jbristo67 · 03-07-2010, 03:50 AM

I do know a 396 weighs twice as much as a 350.....................Not sure if this helps at all

darthwall · 03-07-2010, 03:59 AM

not sure but I wouldn't think they would just use sb springs and the height diference is about 3" from bb springs if your trying to drop it

PanelDeland · 03-07-2010, 06:33 AM

4mil,we can better advise you with more info.What will you be using the truck for?What is your goal? How do you want the truck to ride?
Generally it's best to stick with factory style springs from one of the after market vendors.

powell72 · 03-07-2010, 02:13 PM

Will an S-10 spring even fit in the pocket of the control arms or crossmembers in our trucks? I honestly don't know. I don't think this sounds like a good idea, if you are looking to lower it on the cheap, I'd use small block springs from our trucks and maybe cut a coil to fine tune the height.
You should be able to find someone who would give you a set for nothing.

4milbanshee · 03-08-2010, 12:22 PM

i was told s-10 springs do fit in our trucks, but im just not sure if they will be able to hold a 396

**leddzepp** · 03-08-2010, 01:25 PM

Drop the big block in and see how it sits first. Then go from there. Everyone I have talked to says dropping in a big block with your factory springs only drops the front end about a 1/4 inch from where it sat with a small block in it.

Tx Firefighter · 03-08-2010, 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbristo67

I do know a 396 weighs twice as much as a 350.....................Not sure if this helps at all

Iron small blocks weigh 575 pounds average. Iron big blocks weigh 685 pounds average.

http://fixrambler.com/engineweightchart.txt
http://www.team.net/sol/tech/engine.html
http://www.gomog.com/allmorgan/engineweights2.html

jbristo67 · 03-08-2010, 01:51 PM

oh well we will blame that miss info on kgb

epashhans · 03-08-2010, 02:26 PM

I am kind of curious what your intentions are with using s-10 springs? Are you looking to gain something? Did you get them for free? Do you not have the original springs? This is a new one to me...I didn't know you could use them, but thats cool. Seems like something I wouldn't want to do...a small pickups springs in a full size with a big block.

My 67 had cut stock springs and it was originally an inline 6 but had a 454 in it. It worked okay. I got some 3 inch drop springs in it now...they were pretty cheap and specifically built for this pickup. Not as cheap as cutting originals, but if you can swing it I would just get springs that are meant for these trucks...you will be glad you did I think.

03-07-2010, 12:52 AM	#1
4milbanshee Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Maple Valley WA Posts: 46	68 chevy 2wd short bed, s10 springs? i have a 68 chevy 2wd short bed pick up,im putting 396 big block in it but im not sure if putting s-10 front springs in it would be a good idea, i dont know if the s-10 springs are going to be able to hold the weight of the big block, got any suggestions of what springs to use???

03-07-2010, 01:27 AM	#2
4milbanshee Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Maple Valley WA Posts: 46	Re: 68 chevy 2wd short bed, s10 springs? i need help with some suggestions

03-07-2010, 02:49 AM	#3
EA69TRK Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Sacramento,California Posts: 323	Re: 68 chevy 2wd short bed, s10 springs? heres a bump for yah hope it helps __________________ 1969 Chevy C10 Short Step -Project 2005 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 1500 -DD 2017 Laguna Orange Roadglide - Good Weather DD

03-07-2010, 03:50 AM	#4
jbristo67 resident oilfield trash Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Lubbock TX Posts: 1,465	Re: 68 chevy 2wd short bed, s10 springs? I do know a 396 weighs twice as much as a 350.....................Not sure if this helps at all __________________ 1967 SWB C10 396/400 factory air factory tach (sadly had to send to a new home) 1986 Honda 70 Fourtrax 1991 Chevrolet K5 blazer 2wd 1982 Mastercraft Pro Star 190 Stars and Stripes 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe 2011 Nissan Armada

03-07-2010, 03:59 AM	#5
darthwall Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: washington Posts: 274	Re: 68 chevy 2wd short bed, s10 springs? not sure but I wouldn't think they would just use sb springs and the height diference is about 3" from bb springs if your trying to drop it

03-07-2010, 06:33 AM	#6
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: 68 chevy 2wd short bed, s10 springs? 4mil,we can better advise you with more info.What will you be using the truck for?What is your goal? How do you want the truck to ride? Generally it's best to stick with factory style springs from one of the after market vendors. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

03-07-2010, 02:13 PM	#7
powell72 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Loveland Co. Posts: 3,098	Re: 68 chevy 2wd short bed, s10 springs? Will an S-10 spring even fit in the pocket of the control arms or crossmembers in our trucks? I honestly don't know. I don't think this sounds like a good idea, if you are looking to lower it on the cheap, I'd use small block springs from our trucks and maybe cut a coil to fine tune the height. You should be able to find someone who would give you a set for nothing. __________________ Chris 74 Custom Deluxe SWB 350/350/3.73’s 99 2wd Silverado RCSB 5.3/4L60/3.90’s http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...short_bed.html

03-08-2010, 12:22 PM	#8
4milbanshee Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Maple Valley WA Posts: 46	Re: 68 chevy 2wd short bed, s10 springs? i was told s-10 springs do fit in our trucks, but im just not sure if they will be able to hold a 396

03-08-2010, 01:25 PM	#9
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 19,996	Re: 68 chevy 2wd short bed, s10 springs? Drop the big block in and see how it sits first. Then go from there. Everyone I have talked to says dropping in a big block with your factory springs only drops the front end about a 1/4 inch from where it sat with a small block in it. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man

03-08-2010, 01:51 PM	#11
jbristo67 resident oilfield trash Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Lubbock TX Posts: 1,465	Re: 68 chevy 2wd short bed, s10 springs? oh well we will blame that miss info on kgb __________________ 1967 SWB C10 396/400 factory air factory tach (sadly had to send to a new home) 1986 Honda 70 Fourtrax 1991 Chevrolet K5 blazer 2wd 1982 Mastercraft Pro Star 190 Stars and Stripes 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe 2011 Nissan Armada

03-08-2010, 02:26 PM	#12
epashhans Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: MT Posts: 319	Re: 68 chevy 2wd short bed, s10 springs? I am kind of curious what your intentions are with using s-10 springs? Are you looking to gain something? Did you get them for free? Do you not have the original springs? This is a new one to me...I didn't know you could use them, but thats cool. Seems like something I wouldn't want to do...a small pickups springs in a full size with a big block. My 67 had cut stock springs and it was originally an inline 6 but had a 454 in it. It worked okay. I got some 3 inch drop springs in it now...they were pretty cheap and specifically built for this pickup. Not as cheap as cutting originals, but if you can swing it I would just get springs that are meant for these trucks...you will be glad you did I think. __________________ '67 C-10 Shorty - 454, 5spd, and speed holes!



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