broken shock mount

[bmtsheets]

I'm in the process of reversing the lowered rear end of my 76 chevy c10.

when I removed the shock mount extensions I found this lovely gem.

thoughts on a repair?

I'm sure my only option is to remove the axle, take it to a shop and have a new mount welded on but I wanted to ask the experts first.

I'm taking the truck back to stock height and it has been a real pain.
Any alternatives that are bolted to axle?

any and all help is appreciated.

[nonstop]

Do you have any access to a welder? Weld a thick washer on the side of it and that is your new hole for the mount.

[bmtsheets]

That is the exact OBVIOUS answer that I needed.

Im not ashamed to admit that I was at a loss. That is exactly what I'm going to do.

I really appreciate your help.

[Bigstevex4]

you can also drill a new set holes further back

[bmtsheets]

Originally Posted by Bigstevex4

you can also drill a new set holes further back

would drilling a new set of holes throw anything off on the stock suspension?

[Richs'55]

My thoughts exactly. Just grind clean and weld a new washer in the right spot.

But moving the holes lower would not throw off the shock. Shocks don't determine ride height, springs do.

But easier to do the washer welding thing anyway. That way, it is in the right spot.

[bmtsheets]

Originally Posted by Richs'55

My thoughts exactly. Just grind clean and weld a new washer in the right spot.

But moving the holes lower would not throw off the shock. Shocks don't determine ride height, springs do.

But easier to do the washer welding thing anyway. That way, it is in the right spot.

Luckily I found someone on base here that has a welder.... So that's the route that I'll take. I really appreciate everyone's input. Taking this truck back to stock from its prior slammed height is kind of a pain.

This is my first truck and first vehicle build so all of the help is appreciated.

Quick question since I have no experience, stock ride set up... Leaf springs on top of axle or below on the 1976?
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[Dead Parrot]

While the person with the welding rig is there with his/her equipment, might check the other side and make sure it isn't about to fail in a similar fashion. If you have to move the holes, move the ones on the other side a similar amount. That way, the shocks on both sides will react the same to the road. No point in introducing subtle handing issues.

Most stock springs are on top. I know my 75's are.

Be sure to give the welded area a good brushing and coat of paint. Unpainted welded metal tends to rust quickly.

[bmtsheets]

thanks for the quick reply. I will definitely paint the bracket after its welded....and go figure, both sides are broke in the exact same way. So both sides will need some welding action.

springs on top, roger that.

That is what I FIGURED but im not too ashamed to ask dumb questions.

[KQQL IT]

Possibly had to long of shocks before you?

[bmtsheets]

Originally Posted by KQQL IT

Possibly had to long of shocks before you?

I'm assuming because the truck was slammed, 5 inches in the rear I believe and The shocks I removed 2 days ago were stock length.

I can't wait to get this Chevy back to riding the way it was meant to.
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