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Re: [oletrucks] Monoleaf Springs

To: George Long <longgw@nni.com>
Subject: Re: [oletrucks] Monoleaf Springs
From: Claude <rameyfam@n-link.com>
Date: Thu, 29 Apr 1999 15:46:25 -0500
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George Long wrote:

> Heres an Idea, if you want load capacity and alow ride in addition to the 
>monos
> add air bags.
>
> Nate Long
> 54 3600
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From:   jack halton [SMTP:safesix@worldnet.att.net]
> Sent:   Wednesday, April 28, 1999 10:24 PM
> To:     Tom Burt; 'oletrucks'
> Subject:        Re: [oletrucks] Monoleaf Springs
>
> Tom,
> I think you already have a reply from someone who installed monoleafs on the
> front - well I put them on the rear. I haven't done any major hauling , but
> have undoubtedly lost some load capacity (also installed 2" lowering saddles
> at the same time) so the total drop is about 4". Gas shocks from NAPA work
> great. Ride is improved from stock, there is more spring compliance with
> monoleafs, but the ride is not bouncy at all. I am pleased with them. Had to
> do some grinding so they would fit the shackles.
>
> Jack / Winter PArk FL
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Tom Burt <tburt@hirose.com>
> To: 'oletrucks' <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 1999 2:38 PM
> Subject: [oletrucks] Monoleaf Springs
>
> > I am considering a change to monoleaf springs and need experienced advice.
> >  I realize that it will lower the truck considerably and effect its load
> > carrying capacity and handling.
> >
> > 1.) What kind of ride would I expect?  Better than the stock springs or
> > worse?
> >
> > 2.) Do I need to adapt to the existing shackles?
> >
> > In the present condition with stock springs, the ride is soooo rough you
> > need a kidney belt!
> >
> > Tom B. '57 Stepside 3200
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
>
> oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
>
> oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959



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