My 57 GMC 1/2 ton GMC had 8 leaf springs in the front. 6 leaf was
standard, and
there were optional 7 and 8 leaf springs. Counting from the longest
spring, I
removed spring # 3 and 6. It lowered the front bumper by 1.5 inches. I
checked
the available motion of the shocks I had and found that they would not
bottom
out before the axle hit the rubber stops on the frame.
-----Original Message-----
From: Mattessich, Michae x35383g3 [mailto:x35383@exmail.usma.army.mil]
Sent: Wednesday, October 03, 2001 11:51 AM
To: 'Tom3600@webtv.net'; bradkyle@hotmail.com
Cc: OLETRUCKS@autox.team.net
Subject: RE: [oletrucks] lowering front end
If I am looking to lower my '57's frontend about 3 inches, could I just
remove one of the leaf springs from each side? I am looking for the
cheapest
way out. Thanks.
Mike
-----Original Message-----
From: Tom3600@webtv.net [mailto:Tom3600@webtv.net]
Sent: Wednesday, October 03, 2001 11:12 AM
To: bradkyle@hotmail.com
Cc: OLETRUCKS@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [oletrucks] lowering front end
Brad ~
I bought Mono Leaf springs from Jim Durant at Durant Enterprises
1-949-673-5625 $390.00 + shipping. Very easy install. Dropped it
about 4-5 inches. I had to put some shorter tube shocks in also but I
have a great ride and nice look.
Tom
Tom Poterack
Moline, IL.
'49 Chevy Pickup Retro Rod
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