3/4 Ton vs 1 Ton U Bolt Mounting

[focusedontheprize]

Hey,

I am picking up U Bolts for my 1 Ton and noticed that Chevy/GM went with a u-bolt reversal on the 3/4 ton.

Is there any particular reason for the differences? Thanks.

[74CustomK20]

On the 1 tons (or in my C&C case) the top u bolt plates won't fit with the drums so close to the springs. Going downward with the u shaped bracket it'll work. All others have a gap so they can use Normal u bolt plates.

[chengny]

I think it might have more to do with the location of the lower shock mount bracket. On a 3/4 ton, the brackets are much closer to the perches than they are on a 1 ton. The u-bolt plates won't fit if they are installed under the axle on a 3/4 ton:

[focusedontheprize]

Thanks @74CustomK20 and @chengny. In the '65 I am running a Cab and Chassis 14FF so I have noticed how little clearance there is between the backing plates and the leaf springs.

[slotard]

Speaking of U bolts, any suggestions on where to buy them? Mine's a C20.

[focusedontheprize]

Originally Posted by slotard

Speaking of U bolts, any suggestions on where to buy them? Mine's a C20.

I picked mine up this morning at A1 Springs over in Oakland. Liked the guys and they ran $18.50 a piece.