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03-30-2013, 10:24 PM
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Front suspension upgrade question
Hello everyone,
I got a crossmember from my neighbor and I'm trying to figure out the year range for parts. I was told it was out of a 72 or a 73. I was hoping to get some insight if this looks like a 71-72 front end or a 73-87.... Any help would be very appreciated.  Posted via Mobile Device |
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03-30-2013, 11:32 PM
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1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60
 
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Re: Front suspension upgrade question
Only way to tell is to go get a outer tie rod end from a 71/72 and the one from a 73-87. That will tell you.
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03-30-2013, 11:47 PM
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Re: Front suspension upgrade question
Its a 73 up. Can tell by the upper A arm bushings. 71-72 have a solid looking bushing. 73 up have the rubber one that you have.
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03-31-2013, 12:36 AM
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Re: Front suspension upgrade question
Yep, it is a '73 and up suspension. The rubber control arm bushings are the easiest way to ID them.
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03-31-2013, 01:14 AM
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Re: Front suspension upgrade question
I had a feeling that was the case but wanted to check with the experts! Still learning these trucks. Thanks for the help guys, much appreciated!!!
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03-31-2013, 09:19 AM
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Re: Front suspension upgrade question
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03-31-2013, 12:02 PM
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Re: Front suspension upgrade question
Lots of great info regarding that swap here on the site. I used a '79 suspension under my '64. You'll have to drill 2 new holes and elongate two others and you're done. For the money you spend and what you gain in return, it's hard to beat.
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