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Old 11-13-2011, 08:54 PM   #1
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4 link ?

i have a 1970 lwb gmc with leaf i puttin a 4 link in it the lower bars gonna be mounted in place of the leaf spring

the space from mount to the axle is about 24 inchs would it be better if i moved it up 2 say like 32 inch's
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Old 11-16-2011, 08:46 PM   #2
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Re: 4 link ?

24" should be fine,...
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Old 11-16-2011, 10:39 PM   #3
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Re: 4 link ?

24" will work but longer bars should offer a better ride.
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Old 11-17-2011, 02:43 PM   #4
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Re: 4 link ?

I am getting ready to set up my 4-bar as well. I had a question on the fabrication side of it though. Do I need to pull my axles before welding on the axle tubes? or is it common practice to burn in brackets with the axle and fluids still in the housing?
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I am getting ready to set up my 4-bar as well. I had a question on the fabrication side of it though. Do I need to pull my axles before welding on the axle tubes? or is it common practice to burn in brackets with the axle and fluids still in the housing?
This is one of those things where if you ask 6 different people, you'll get 6 different answers (opinions). You can definitely weld w/the axles in place & the housing full off lube.

I would make sure to minimize heat soak & change the fluid when your done for sure.
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Old 11-18-2011, 12:56 PM   #6
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Re: 4 link ?

Thanks,
If it's reccomended to change the fluid after welding any ways, then I'll probably drain it first, and if I'm that far might as well pull the c-clips and pull out the axle. (need to look into c-clip eliminators as the BB like to rip stuff up with stupid amounts of torque)
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