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Old 01-08-2010, 12:30 PM   #1
James McClure
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Rear leaf spring factory recall in late 90's

Does anyone remember a factory recall for rear leaf spring replacement on 3/4 ton pickups? I was a mechanic for Chevrolet for 33 years and for the life of me I can't remember why they replaced the springs. I would think Keith would know or be able to find out what the issue was. I must have changed a dozen sets under the recall. Thanks for any info. Jim
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Old 01-08-2010, 01:44 PM   #2
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Re: Rear leaf spring factory recall in late 90's

The only thing that comes to mind was when the little plastic isolator on the ends would fall out, resulting in a squeak.

IIRC the fix was a new snap in insulator with better retention features.

Is that the one?

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Old 01-08-2010, 02:56 PM   #3
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Re: Rear leaf spring factory recall in late 90's

Keith, thanks for the quick reply, but no thats not the one. They actually replaced both rear leaf sets. I don't have the contacts anymore to search back and find out the why. I have a set I "recovered" ok stole, out of the scrap bin and I need new rear springs. The set I have in mine now are for a ton and a half and needless to say they have no "give" what-so-ever. If anyone can find out I would be greatful. Jim
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