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rudy350 · 03-06-2012, 08:42 PM

i really dont know what o do,, i need all four leaf spring hangers on my 1965 gmc truck.. the ones i have are 75 % rusted .. i really need help with this i have everything ready for my truck but this and its killing me

i cannot find none no were any body know something about them >>>>

rcbildr · 03-07-2012, 12:14 AM

Can you post some pics of what they look like.

MOTOIMPAIRED · 03-07-2012, 01:00 AM

I wish I would have kept mine. My truck had leaf springs and I switched back to trailing arms so it was easier to bag. Cant see why you cant search a you pull parts yard and find something you can make work??

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**LostMy65** · 03-07-2012, 01:37 AM

Why couldn't one use newer model hangers?
Like 73-87?

**Captainfab** · 03-07-2012, 02:12 AM

That might be the best idea for the OP. However I told him to post a WTB in the '60-'66 classifieds, so we'll see if someone happens to have what he needs.

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Originally Posted by LostMy65

Why couldn't one use newer model hangers?
Like 73-87?

rudy350 · 03-08-2012, 09:34 PM

thanks guys for the help but as we speak im making my own im crossing my fingers theyll turn out good .. lol

rudy350 · 03-11-2012, 02:52 PM

Ok I fab my own hangers.. But one question should I use the leaf springs and shakles from the 77" donor ? On the gmc it had 9 leafs and the donor only 4.. So what should I go with ??? Should does 4 drop my truck lower?
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**Captainfab** · 03-11-2012, 05:39 PM

WOW! those look very nice

Quite beefy!

Well that would depend on whether the '77 shackles and springs will work with your new rear hangers and the original front hangers. I would think the '77 springs might give you a smoother ride, but I have no idea on any change to the ride height. if you can compare the two side by side that will give you some idea on the ride height question. Although, the actual spring rate will play a part in that.

gimmy 64 · 03-11-2012, 07:02 PM

the early gmc's leaf springc are 2 1/4 wide and the newer truck springs are 2 1/2 wide i think they changed in 71?

**LostMy65** · 03-12-2012, 01:56 AM

Great Job on the Hangers

rudy350 · 03-14-2012, 06:26 PM

Thanks guy well I spent alot of time on the enless measurements lol lol.. But they will fit the 77 leafs. The original 65 leafs had 9 ,and the 77 has 4 and the shakles are smaller than the 65 gmc.. Can yall tell me were I can find out what rear end I have.. Its the 77 donors... And check out what just came for the xmember 77 donors. Can u spot what summit gave me in the box

rudy350 · 03-14-2012, 06:34 PM

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rudy350 · 03-14-2012, 06:58 PM

in the left before all rusted out, and on the right the beefier version

**Captainfab** · 03-15-2012, 12:29 AM

Is Summit trying to tell you something about installing those bushings?

Somewhere here is a list that should tell you what you have by the stamped code on the passenger side axle tube. if it were me, I would pull the rear cover and have a look. The rear differential is one of the most neglected parts for maintenence. The gear oil most likely needs changed. It will only cost you 2 quarts of 80W90 gear oil and a cover gasket. Then you will know exactly what gears you have, and have peace of mind that your differential has fresh oil.

trevrolet65 · 03-15-2012, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Captainfab

Is Summit trying to tell you something about installing those bushings?

Somewhere here is a list that should tell you what you have by the stamped code on the passenger side axle tube. if it were me, I would pull the rear cover and have a look. The rear differential is one of the most neglected parts for maintenence. The gear oil most likely needs changed. It will only cost you 2 quarts of 80W90 gear oil and a cover gasket. Then you will know exactly what gears you have, and have peace of mind that your differential has fresh oil.

Summit five hour racing, your gonna need it, lol. Yeah if that thing has been condisating, check for rust on the pinion while your counting the splines. Emory cloth and elbow grease if not too bad, and some new gear oil for sure.

trevrolet65 · 03-15-2012, 12:57 AM

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Originally Posted by gimmy 64

the early gmc's leaf springc are 2 1/4 wide and the newer truck springs are 2 1/2 wide i think they changed in 71?

My 71 has 4 leaves.

03-06-2012, 08:42 PM	#1
rudy350 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: jonesboro, GA Posts: 79	leaf spring hangers 1965 i really dont know what o do,, i need all four leaf spring hangers on my 1965 gmc truck.. the ones i have are 75 % rusted .. i really need help with this i have everything ready for my truck but this and its killing me i cannot find none no were any body know something about them >>>>

03-07-2012, 12:14 AM	#2
rcbildr Registered User Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Gold Bar, WA Posts: 1,216	Re: leaf spring hangers 1965 Can you post some pics of what they look like. __________________ My Projects: 1960 GMC 1/2ton with 305 V6 (daily driver) 1963 Chevy 1/2ton 2wd...converting to 4x4 1967 Suburban 1/2ton 2wd My Girlfriends Projects 1985 Chevy Suburban 3/4ton 4x4 with 6.2L diesel, 4" lift, converted to TH-400, Warn Premium manual hubs, & Wildcat 315/75/R16 tires. (daily driver) 1978 Camaro Type LT with a Marine 350 & vortec heads, Rochester Carb, & roller cam 1978 Camaro Z28

03-07-2012, 01:00 AM	#3
MOTOIMPAIRED Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Orlando Florida Posts: 315	Re: leaf spring hangers 1965 I wish I would have kept mine. My truck had leaf springs and I switched back to trailing arms so it was easier to bag. Cant see why you cant search a you pull parts yard and find something you can make work?? [IMG][/IMG] [IMG]<a href="http://s561.photobucket.com/albums/ss54/motoimpaired558/Truck%20Build/?action=view&current=IMAG0294.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i561.photobucket.com/albums/ss54/motoimpaired558/Truck%20Build/IMAG0294.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>[/IMG] __________________ My build thread: 1966 stepside http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=486223 1965 GMC fleet http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651726

03-07-2012, 01:37 AM	#4
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,522	Re: leaf spring hangers 1965 Why couldn't one use newer model hangers? Like 73-87? __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

03-08-2012, 09:34 PM	#6
rudy350 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: jonesboro, GA Posts: 79	Re: leaf spring hangers 1965 thanks guys for the help but as we speak im making my own im crossing my fingers theyll turn out good .. lol

03-11-2012, 02:52 PM	#7
rudy350 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: jonesboro, GA Posts: 79	Re: leaf spring hangers 1965 Ok I fab my own hangers.. But one question should I use the leaf springs and shakles from the 77" donor ? On the gmc it had 9 leafs and the donor only 4.. So what should I go with ??? Should does 4 drop my truck lower? Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

03-11-2012, 05:39 PM	#8
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: leaf spring hangers 1965 WOW! those look very nice Quite beefy! Well that would depend on whether the '77 shackles and springs will work with your new rear hangers and the original front hangers. I would think the '77 springs might give you a smoother ride, but I have no idea on any change to the ride height. if you can compare the two side by side that will give you some idea on the ride height question. Although, the actual spring rate will play a part in that. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

03-11-2012, 07:02 PM	#9
gimmy 64 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: menifee california Posts: 788	Re: leaf spring hangers 1965 the early gmc's leaf springc are 2 1/4 wide and the newer truck springs are 2 1/2 wide i think they changed in 71?

03-12-2012, 01:56 AM	#10
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,522	Re: leaf spring hangers 1965 Great Job on the Hangers __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

03-14-2012, 06:26 PM	#11
rudy350 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: jonesboro, GA Posts: 79	Re: leaf spring hangers 1965 Thanks guy well I spent alot of time on the enless measurements lol lol.. But they will fit the 77 leafs. The original 65 leafs had 9 ,and the 77 has 4 and the shakles are smaller than the 65 gmc.. Can yall tell me were I can find out what rear end I have.. Its the 77 donors... And check out what just came for the xmember 77 donors. Can u spot what summit gave me in the box Last edited by rudy350; 03-14-2012 at 06:37 PM.

03-14-2012, 06:34 PM	#12
rudy350 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: jonesboro, GA Posts: 79	Re: leaf spring hangers 1965 Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

03-14-2012, 06:39 PM	#13
rudy350 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: jonesboro, GA Posts: 79	Re: leaf spring hangers 1965 Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

03-14-2012, 06:43 PM	#14
rudy350 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: jonesboro, GA Posts: 79	Re: leaf spring hangers 1965 Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

03-14-2012, 06:58 PM	#15
rudy350 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: jonesboro, GA Posts: 79	Re: leaf spring hangers 1965 in the left before all rusted out, and on the right the beefier version Attached Images

03-15-2012, 12:29 AM	#16
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: leaf spring hangers 1965 Is Summit trying to tell you something about installing those bushings? Somewhere here is a list that should tell you what you have by the stamped code on the passenger side axle tube. if it were me, I would pull the rear cover and have a look. The rear differential is one of the most neglected parts for maintenence. The gear oil most likely needs changed. It will only cost you 2 quarts of 80W90 gear oil and a cover gasket. Then you will know exactly what gears you have, and have peace of mind that your differential has fresh oil. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE



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