Rods 57

[Rods57]

So I am not very happy with the height of my front end. does anyone know how to tell the difference between big block and small block springs, other than replace them with the ones you want?

[BC Toy chest]

Originally Posted by Rods57

So I am not very happy with the height of my front end. does anyone know how to tell the difference between big block and small block springs, other than replace them with the ones you want?

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The only way way I can tell the difference is with a a Moog catalog http://www.moog-suspension-parts.com/ http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/x,ca...BSpring%2BMOOG

They list the vehicle with engine size and then ask with A/C or without A/C. In some cases they only say 8 CYL / 6 CYL. with A/C or w/o AC. Would you consider dropped spindles or maybe cutting out a half of a coil on each spring. Some remove one whole coil.

[hp1957]

Originally Posted by Rods57

So I am not very happy with the height of my front end. does anyone know how to tell the difference between big block and small block springs, other than replace them with the ones you want?

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Rods 57, your truck looking real good. My 57 had same problem with the height. I cut one coil out the ride was smooth & low for a few years. Over time my cut coils lost spring tension & riding on the bump stops = Very rough ride. I installed new springs & two inch drop spindles very smooth & low. Leave your coil springs in & try two inch drop spindles first.

Harvey
1957 Chevy Stepside
1958 GMC Fleetside C4 build thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...65#post5510465

[Rods57]

Originally Posted by hp1957

Rods 57, your truck looking real good. My 57 had same problem with the height. I cut one coil out the ride was smooth & low for a few years. Over time my cut coils lost spring tension & riding on the bump stops = Very rough ride. I installed new springs & two inch drop spindles very smooth & low. Leave your coil springs in & try two inch drop spindles first.

Harvey
1957 Chevy Stepside
1958 GMC Fleetside C4 build thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...65#post5510465

Thanks Harvey, I am leaning towards just getting some lowered springs since I dont know what I have in there now.