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Reno · 11-21-2020, 08:34 PM

Anyone have trouble installing Alcan Springs?

I ordered custom springs through Offroad Designs that were made by Alcan for my 1972 Suburban 4x4 with a Cummins with 2.5"lift.

Im running a 1992 Dodge Dana 60 front and Offroad Designs makes a kit to also install.

Well here's my problem....

The front spring have a "Military Wrap" front eye....the original spring also had a similar military wrap but only 1/4 wrap whereas the Alcan springs have 3/4 wrap which is now thicker and rubs on the rivets within the spring pocket....

Any suggestions?

I'll be calling Offroad Designs Monday when they open but thought I's see if anyone on here also had this experience and possible work around.

Thanks

**Dieselwrencher** · 11-25-2020, 12:07 PM

What did Alcan say? I had a similar issue a couple years ago and ended up sending the springs back and using a pair of heavy duty lift springs instead.

Reno · 11-26-2020, 08:30 PM

I had the "bushings & spacers" installed wrong. I was able to get springs installed but what a PITA. I had to use a ratchet strap to pull spring into place - not sure I like the way I had to force the spring into place. As far as the spring hitting the rivet its either rubbing on the rivet or really damn close - I'll have to reexamine as I'm concerned it might squeak....

I purchased the springs through ORD but Alcan made them to their specs. Another buddy of mine called them and they said you could cut part of the "military wrap" off the spring.....not sure if you'd call them back you would get same answer...

**Dieselwrencher** · 11-27-2020, 03:58 PM

I'd sure hate to cut those expensive custom springs IMO. The first set I got from Alcan, the center pin hole was in the wrong spot. I went directly through Alcan and it took a while to get them. They make good products I just couldn't wait.

notoriousnsb · 10-19-2021, 06:54 PM

Reno - Did you have any issues with the military wrapped Alcan springs for the rear set?

A year later are your rivet heads rubbing for the front set with the military wrap or were you able to remedy the issue?

11-21-2020, 08:34 PM	#1
Reno Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Fort Collins CO Posts: 124	Alcan Springs? Anyone have trouble installing Alcan Springs? I ordered custom springs through Offroad Designs that were made by Alcan for my 1972 Suburban 4x4 with a Cummins with 2.5"lift. Im running a 1992 Dodge Dana 60 front and Offroad Designs makes a kit to also install. Well here's my problem.... The front spring have a "Military Wrap" front eye....the original spring also had a similar military wrap but only 1/4 wrap whereas the Alcan springs have 3/4 wrap which is now thicker and rubs on the rivets within the spring pocket.... Any suggestions? I'll be calling Offroad Designs Monday when they open but thought I's see if anyone on here also had this experience and possible work around. Thanks

11-25-2020, 12:07 PM	#2
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: Alcan Springs? What did Alcan say? I had a similar issue a couple years ago and ended up sending the springs back and using a pair of heavy duty lift springs instead. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

11-26-2020, 08:30 PM	#3
Reno Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Fort Collins CO Posts: 124	Re: Alcan Springs? I had the "bushings & spacers" installed wrong. I was able to get springs installed but what a PITA. I had to use a ratchet strap to pull spring into place - not sure I like the way I had to force the spring into place. As far as the spring hitting the rivet its either rubbing on the rivet or really damn close - I'll have to reexamine as I'm concerned it might squeak.... I purchased the springs through ORD but Alcan made them to their specs. Another buddy of mine called them and they said you could cut part of the "military wrap" off the spring.....not sure if you'd call them back you would get same answer...

11-27-2020, 03:58 PM	#4
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: Alcan Springs? I'd sure hate to cut those expensive custom springs IMO. The first set I got from Alcan, the center pin hole was in the wrong spot. I went directly through Alcan and it took a while to get them. They make good products I just couldn't wait. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

10-19-2021, 06:54 PM	#5
notoriousnsb Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Hayden, ID Posts: 14	Re: Alcan Springs? Reno - Did you have any issues with the military wrapped Alcan springs for the rear set? A year later are your rivet heads rubbing for the front set with the military wrap or were you able to remedy the issue?



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