Brakes and Leaf Spring Rear Parts

[MrGMC68]

I'm looking for the rear brake lines for my 68 gmc 2wd lwb 1/2 ton. I need the lines from hub to hub and the connector that they attach to. I would also need the hose that attaches to the connector.
I'm also looking for the rear shackles that will lower my leaf spring rear down 1.5 or 2 inches.
I've sent email to a couple of vendors requesting part number etc. None have replied yet.
Thanks!

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1968 GMC LWB Stepside with a 305 V6 and 400 automatic transmission.



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1968 GMC LWB Stepside with a 305 V6 and 400 automatic transmission.

[72chevyLWB]

I got my rear shackle 1.75 drop from Early Classic enterprises. It was really expensive though.

[72chevyLWB]

I checked on early classics web site. Click on leaf springs on the right hand side for drops. Scroll down. The shackles are only $59 now.

[Alex]

For the brake lines, call or email Inline Tube. They didn't have brake lines for the leaf sprung 67-72's. They asked me to send in my original lines to bend new lines to match. They also don't have the exact same connector as original but will still work fine. The hose would be one size smaller but works fine. If you rather keep the same size hose, I think, if I recall right, you would have to grind some material off the connector so you could bolt it on. Hope this helps.

[Fast68Chevy]

NAPA stores and similar stores will have evereything needed to make lines and fittings to replace your brake system lines.
use a tube flare kit and tubing cutter and buy some hard lines and fittings

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[MrGMC68]

Thanks everyone for your info.

[DennyB]

I know I'm a bit late on this thread but here is my $0.02.

Im with Fast68 on this one. Only make sure you get the "Double Flare" tool and also a tubing bender (there cheep) to help with the tight bends.
The tools and parts should be similar in cost as the pre-bent lines, and HEY, Ya got some new tools!


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Toms River NJ
(Transplanted Hoosier)

56 working Street (under construction 71-2 coil chassis)
91 S10, 4.3L-700R4
92 Olds 98 land yhat..(wifes)
20 ft. long hole in water in which i throw my money

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[rico_bob]

I'm with the "bend your own gang" What is a better way to learn than to try it your self? I re-did all my lines on my '57 after a complete spring re-build, and guess what? It wasn't that hard. Start out doing short practice pcs. Use the old brake or fuel line for a template and ... "Just take your time!"

Try Snap-on Tools or Mac Tools or a good Auto Parts tool supply store for the right flaring tool and tubing benders. Don't be tempted to buy "cheap tools!"

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If you think you can you're right. If you think you can't you're still right.

Current project: 1957 Chevy Short Wheel Base Stepside, with '58 GMC Big Window Cab, w/327 camel heads, 350 TH Automatic, tilt wheel, and thinking of doing a IFS.

[MrGMC68]

Thanks guys. I borrowed a co-workers tools and did the job myself. My 7 year old son and I did it in no time. This weekend we'll bleed the brakes.

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1968 GMC with a 305 V6 and 400 automatic transmission.