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04-17-2007, 02:53 AM
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'67 suspension
I was thinking about putting a 6 inch lift for my '67 1/2 ton burb 4x4, but in my searching it seems that parts are hard to find for the '67. Should I get a lift for a truck or a mid-70's burb? Just looking for the easiest (and cheapest) way to lift my burb 6 inches and I don't want the blocks. Thanks
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04-17-2007, 05:42 AM
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Re: '67 suspension
Move You to 4x4, hope that is where you wanted it.
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04-17-2007, 06:55 AM
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Re: '67 suspension
You will have the same problem finding truck leafs before`69.Your best bet is custom springs or have a spring shop rework yours.Two custom spring companies come to mind: Deavers and Alcan.
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04-17-2007, 09:59 AM
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Re: '67 suspension
I think my stock springs are pretty much history. Sounds like custom is the way to go. Thanks Tim
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04-18-2007, 05:29 PM
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Re: '67 suspension
I have front springs from a 73-87 truck on my '69...They are longer than the ones 67-72s had.They will work,but the ends rub the frame on mine.....And these are 6" lift springs with a pretty good arch....As for the back.Cant help you.You might consider switching to the 69-72 rear suspension.That would require different shackles(IIRC) and different spring hangers.I believe they are different on 67-68s than on 69-72s.The spring perches on the axle might have to be switched too.Cant really help,I havent owned a 67-72 4wd from before 69
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04-26-2007, 11:26 PM
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Re: '67 suspension
found a local spring company that said they could make a 6 inch kit with no blocks for my burb. Only $1200! That includes the U-bolts and 1 new shock per corner.
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04-27-2007, 02:01 AM
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