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rkintn_68 · 10-08-2012, 05:23 PM

I have a 72 GMC K1500 with the 4 " lift on front and 3 " on back ; Suspension Lift, 4WD, 4.0 in. Front/3.0 in. Rear, Chevy, GMC, K/V-Series Pickup, Kit
I really wish it was like 3 and 3 or 3 and 2 ... Can i take a leaf or two out and would that lower it back down a little ??? Or is that a no, no ?

**lolife99** · 10-12-2012, 10:23 AM

Anyone?

timmytimm3 · 10-12-2012, 12:32 PM

If you just put the lift on, wait a month or two. Most likely it will sag.

The truck looks good at that height IMO

6772owner · 10-12-2012, 12:59 PM

I think that you could possibly remove a leaf or two from each pack (starting from the bottom) but it may become too soft/spongy, you might try calling the manufacturer of the springs and discussing it with them. Make sure not to remove the shim the on rear packs, it is to correct driveline angle and needs to be retained. The rear springs will lower some by just removing the bottom overload spring, but then you need to be careful with how much weight is placed in the bed or on the tongue (trailer hitch).

Just my opinion, but I think it looks great as is also.

10-08-2012, 05:23 PM	#1
rkintn_68 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: clarksville tn Posts: 811	Energy Suspension 4" lift 72 GMC I have a 72 GMC K1500 with the 4 " lift on front and 3 " on back ; Suspension Lift, 4WD, 4.0 in. Front/3.0 in. Rear, Chevy, GMC, K/V-Series Pickup, Kit I really wish it was like 3 and 3 or 3 and 2 ... Can i take a leaf or two out and would that lower it back down a little ??? Or is that a no, no ? Attached Images __________________ 72 GMC K 1500 SWB W/ 68 CHEVY FR/CLIP -- SOLD 70 CHEVY C/10 LWB x 2 ----- SOLD 67 CHEVY SWB IN PROGRESS " ALMOST HEAVEN " Build thread : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...15#post6826315

10-12-2012, 10:23 AM	#2
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,690	Re: Energy Suspension 4" lift 72 GMC Anyone? __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

10-12-2012, 12:32 PM	#3
timmytimm3 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: CT Posts: 265	Re: Energy Suspension 4" lift 72 GMC If you just put the lift on, wait a month or two. Most likely it will sag. The truck looks good at that height IMO

10-12-2012, 12:59 PM	#4
6772owner Gearhead Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,193	Re: Energy Suspension 4" lift 72 GMC I think that you could possibly remove a leaf or two from each pack (starting from the bottom) but it may become too soft/spongy, you might try calling the manufacturer of the springs and discussing it with them. Make sure not to remove the shim the on rear packs, it is to correct driveline angle and needs to be retained. The rear springs will lower some by just removing the bottom overload spring, but then you need to be careful with how much weight is placed in the bed or on the tongue (trailer hitch). Just my opinion, but I think it looks great as is also. __________________ 2002 Saturn SL2, My D/D 2019 Ford Fusion SE, Ecoboost - Wife's D/D 1993 Camaro Z28, A4, CAI, Cat-Back Exhaust Project C10 (my 72' C10 w/96' LT1, 700R4, bagged F&R, 18's (for now), Short/Fleet) -- SOLD! Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313644 Last edited by 6772owner; 10-12-2012 at 01:02 PM. Reason: text



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