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**68SWB4x4** · 06-07-2009, 08:12 PM

Well I finnally got my diy4x shackle flip bolted up today (Yea I'm slow)

I want to replace the bushings in my stock leaf springs (at least the rear) But I remembered that the 68s are not 2.5" across like later years. I measured to double check and they seem to be 3" wide and 1 1/4" tall. I just want to double check if this is right before I go and order some new bushings.

Also has anyone bought poly bushings for their 67 or 68? I plan to call energy suspension tomorrow to see if they have any.

Thanks.

steveon3 · 06-08-2009, 08:45 AM

i've got a 67 k20. the rear leafs on mine are 2.5 wide, but the spring hanger is 3.5 inches on the inside.

msgross · 06-09-2009, 08:55 PM

I have..

there kits worked for me except for the front spring since I have the HD front suspension on the K-10, they made it right though and sent an extra set when we figured out the problems. Have fun getting those old bushings out... PITA!

1969K10 · 06-23-2009, 01:49 PM

FWIW, when I ordered new bushing for my truck years ago, they sent me the wrong ones. the outside was OK, but they were to narrow for my springs. i just put them in the drill press, and hand lathed them to fit my springs.

and I 2nd the good luck on getting the old ones out.

06-07-2009, 08:12 PM	#1
68SWB4x4 Strongman Garage Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Salinas, CA Posts: 10,241	68 rear leaf spring bushings Well I finnally got my diy4x shackle flip bolted up today (Yea I'm slow) I want to replace the bushings in my stock leaf springs (at least the rear) But I remembered that the 68s are not 2.5" across like later years. I measured to double check and they seem to be 3" wide and 1 1/4" tall. I just want to double check if this is right before I go and order some new bushings. Also has anyone bought poly bushings for their 67 or 68? I plan to call energy suspension tomorrow to see if they have any. Thanks. __________________ Kalle 68 GMC Suburban 1500 4x4 SOLD 69 Pontiac Lemans 99 Silverado 4.8 5 speed ECSB [ Facebook Instagram Subscribe on YOUTUBE

06-08-2009, 08:45 AM	#2
steveon3 Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: eminence, ky Posts: 25	Re: 68 rear leaf spring bushings i've got a 67 k20. the rear leafs on mine are 2.5 wide, but the spring hanger is 3.5 inches on the inside.

06-09-2009, 08:55 PM	#3
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 rear leaf spring bushings I have.. there kits worked for me except for the front spring since I have the HD front suspension on the K-10, they made it right though and sent an extra set when we figured out the problems. Have fun getting those old bushings out... PITA! __________________ 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" Last edited by msgross; 06-09-2009 at 08:56 PM.

06-23-2009, 01:49 PM	#4
1969K10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Clarks Hill, Indiana Posts: 733	Re: 68 rear leaf spring bushings FWIW, when I ordered new bushing for my truck years ago, they sent me the wrong ones. the outside was OK, but they were to narrow for my springs. i just put them in the drill press, and hand lathed them to fit my springs. and I 2nd the good luck on getting the old ones out. __________________ 1969 K10 - V8, 465, 205, 12 bolt, D44 2002-current 1969 K20 - V8, 465, 221, Eaton, D44 2012-current Nothin' but drums on all 4 corners! past horses in the stable 72 C10-short step (97-02), 68 C10-long fleet (06-12)



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