Suspension on a 61 4x4 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

CMMG · 07-19-2007, 10:35 PM

I've got a 61 4x4 that is in pretty good condition with the exception of the 198x step side bed the previous owner tried to pass off. The existing leaf springs have are supposed to be greased regularly, but looks like it hasn't been done in decades. The holes in the springs are starting to get wallowed out a bit. I have a parts truck inbound and am hoping that the springs and pins will be good on it. Is there a replacement suspension kit or a lift kit available that will help ease my current dilemma? I'm not too worried about staying factory, but I don't want to deviate too much either.

TIA,

Jeff

msgross · 07-19-2007, 10:44 PM

measure the springs and call BDS.

mcmullinauctions · 07-29-2007, 11:23 PM

I am not sure where you are located but If you end up wanting to get sell the frame off of the parts truck I am looking for some rails to put new suspension on. Thanks
Kevin

**Captainfab** · 07-30-2007, 12:49 AM

I would suggest finding a '73-'87 4x4 pickup,Blazer or Suburban and switching over to the newer suspension that uses rubber/urethane spring eye bushings. The main drawback depending on your capabilities would be having to change the spring hangers and shackles. That way you'd have far more options available to you for suspension upgrades at current/future time.Just my .02

07-19-2007, 10:35 PM	#1
CMMG Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Fayette, MO Posts: 1	Suspension on a 61 4x4 I've got a 61 4x4 that is in pretty good condition with the exception of the 198x step side bed the previous owner tried to pass off. The existing leaf springs have are supposed to be greased regularly, but looks like it hasn't been done in decades. The holes in the springs are starting to get wallowed out a bit. I have a parts truck inbound and am hoping that the springs and pins will be good on it. Is there a replacement suspension kit or a lift kit available that will help ease my current dilemma? I'm not too worried about staying factory, but I don't want to deviate too much either. TIA, Jeff

07-19-2007, 10:44 PM	#2
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Suspension on a 61 4x4 measure the springs and call BDS. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

07-29-2007, 11:23 PM	#3
mcmullinauctions McMullin Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Missouri Posts: 129	Re: Suspension on a 61 4x4 I am not sure where you are located but If you end up wanting to get sell the frame off of the parts truck I am looking for some rails to put new suspension on. Thanks Kevin

07-30-2007, 12:49 AM	#4
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: Suspension on a 61 4x4 I would suggest finding a '73-'87 4x4 pickup,Blazer or Suburban and switching over to the newer suspension that uses rubber/urethane spring eye bushings. The main drawback depending on your capabilities would be having to change the spring hangers and shackles. That way you'd have far more options available to you for suspension upgrades at current/future time.Just my .02 __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE



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