'67 rear leaf spring hangers/shackles - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

JMD · 07-21-2013, 01:51 AM

Hey guys, I'm working on a '67 K20. I need to replace the rear leaf spring hangers and shackles (originals are rusted to dust) but I'm having trouble finding parts. Anyone know where I can get aftermarket hangers/shackles? Are there any other years/models that I can steal the parts from? Any info is appreciated, thanks.

ETsC10 · 07-21-2013, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JMD

Hey guys, I'm working on a '67 K20. I need to replace the rear leaf spring hangers and shackles (originals are rusted to dust) but I'm having trouble finding parts. Anyone know where I can get aftermarket hangers/shackles? Are there any other years/models that I can steal the parts from? Any info is appreciated, thanks.

The board has a "Suspension Marketplace" area HERE, where you can hook-up with the vendors that deal with parts such as what your looking for.

Mike C · 07-21-2013, 12:36 PM

Truck have a lift on it or are you considering a lift? If so, I would out a shackle flip on it from offroad design.

JMD · 07-21-2013, 01:24 PM

Thanks, I'll keep looking through the "suspension marketplace" but I'm still unable to find anything for a '67 3/4ton.

I'm planning on keeping it stock height for now, but I would consider a shackle flip if that's the only way I can get new hardware. I don't want to go over 2" of lift though, looks like offroad design only offers a 4" kit for a '67?

sKnNyPpY · 07-23-2013, 12:50 PM

http://www.generalspringkc.com/Leaf_...011_s/2018.htm

I had to grind the bushing sleeve down a little to fit, but these worked great. Got new springs from them, too. (edit, sorry, these were for my C1500, be worth a phone call, though)

chevytruckclassics · 07-23-2013, 05:22 PM

When i converted my c10 to a k10 i had to do the same thing ur doing. Tear off old leaf springs and out in new ones. I got my shocks, leaf springs, and shackles from sdtrucksprings.com the springs they sent me were sturdy and well built! Guve it a look. Also have great customer service!
Posted via Mobile Device

JMD · 07-25-2013, 10:06 PM

Can I just use these?
http://www.autoandtrucksprings.com/p...-1529-156.html
I realize I'll have to drill new holes in the frame, but as long as I mount them so that the axle hangs in the stock location it should be fine right?

JMD · 07-28-2013, 10:25 PM

Anyone? I'd like to get this truck back to a rolling chassis soon but I'm stuck here. Final bump before I just go for it and hope for the best!

07-21-2013, 01:51 AM	#1
JMD Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Grand Rapids Michigan Posts: 291	'67 rear leaf spring hangers/shackles Hey guys, I'm working on a '67 K20. I need to replace the rear leaf spring hangers and shackles (originals are rusted to dust) but I'm having trouble finding parts. Anyone know where I can get aftermarket hangers/shackles? Are there any other years/models that I can steal the parts from? Any info is appreciated, thanks.

07-21-2013, 12:36 PM	#3
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,727	Re: '67 rear leaf spring hangers/shackles Truck have a lift on it or are you considering a lift? If so, I would out a shackle flip on it from offroad design. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

07-21-2013, 01:24 PM	#4
JMD Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Grand Rapids Michigan Posts: 291	Re: '67 rear leaf spring hangers/shackles Thanks, I'll keep looking through the "suspension marketplace" but I'm still unable to find anything for a '67 3/4ton. I'm planning on keeping it stock height for now, but I would consider a shackle flip if that's the only way I can get new hardware. I don't want to go over 2" of lift though, looks like offroad design only offers a 4" kit for a '67?

07-23-2013, 12:50 PM	#5
sKnNyPpY Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Columbia, SC Posts: 549	Re: '67 rear leaf spring hangers/shackles http://www.generalspringkc.com/Leaf_...011_s/2018.htm I had to grind the bushing sleeve down a little to fit, but these worked great. Got new springs from them, too. (edit, sorry, these were for my C1500, be worth a phone call, though) __________________ Life is too long to go slow... 71 GMC 1500 Super Custom LWB 350/350 AC(replaced w/vintage air)/PS/PB 2.5 CPP Spindle, 1" CPP Drop Spring, CPP Front and Rear Sway Bars/DJM Flip, new General Spring KC 5 spring pack, HEI /IntReg Alt 20x8.5 OldSkools 5" BS, 275/45 Falkens Last edited by sKnNyPpY; 07-23-2013 at 12:57 PM.

07-23-2013, 05:22 PM	#6
chevytruckclassics Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New York Posts: 58	Re: '67 rear leaf spring hangers/shackles When i converted my c10 to a k10 i had to do the same thing ur doing. Tear off old leaf springs and out in new ones. I got my shocks, leaf springs, and shackles from sdtrucksprings.com the springs they sent me were sturdy and well built! Guve it a look. Also have great customer service! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1967 Chevy K10 4 Speed

07-25-2013, 10:06 PM	#7
JMD Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Grand Rapids Michigan Posts: 291	Re: '67 rear leaf spring hangers/shackles Can I just use these? http://www.autoandtrucksprings.com/p...-1529-156.html I realize I'll have to drill new holes in the frame, but as long as I mount them so that the axle hangs in the stock location it should be fine right?

07-28-2013, 10:25 PM	#8
JMD Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Grand Rapids Michigan Posts: 291	Re: '67 rear leaf spring hangers/shackles Anyone? I'd like to get this truck back to a rolling chassis soon but I'm stuck here. Final bump before I just go for it and hope for the best!



Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.