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f.monroe · 05-15-2006, 11:34 PM

I replaced the front coil springs on my 1977 1/2 ton . It is way too high in the front now . I thought about buying some 1 inch drop springs to get the height I want . Has anyone replaced their springs and do you have pics /part numbers ? I do not like the heavy duty springs I have . I also need to replace the rear leaf spring packs . Where is the best place to get new ones ? My truck had the lean to the passenger side that they get with only one gas tank . I would like it to sit the same from side to side and have a little rake to the front . Thanks . Frank

Prerunner1982 · 05-16-2006, 02:28 PM

you might try the regular non HD coils... you arent the only one who has had this problem....

boxrodz · 05-16-2006, 02:49 PM

Like Jon said, many experience the same issue when replacing the front coils. I guess over time the stock spring becomes a drop coil spring.

If you went with a HD spring, maybe a non-HD would give you the height that you're after. I haven't heard of anyone using 1" drop springs on a stock spindle. I'm not sure if it would give you too much rake?

Eaton Springs (http://www.eatonsprings.com)is a reputable spring manufacturer. I believe they carry springs for these trucks. Maybe, give them a call and see what they suggest.

John @ BROTHERS · 05-16-2006, 04:17 PM

Hey f.monroe. Here is a link to the coils on our website. They are on sale until the end of May. Good luck with your project.
http://brothersonlinestore.com/prodi...number=LCSE48F

Slonaker · 05-22-2006, 12:10 PM

I replaced my springs with the HD (store did not tell me they were HD) versions and it looked like a 4X4. The same store was able to order me the regular ones, which dropped it down some. I have the MOOG part numbers at home, and they were the same as a few other brands used. PM me if you want the part number.

Slonaker

f.monroe · 05-22-2006, 10:35 PM

Thanks for the info . I bought another pair but this time I bought the lighter duty springs . I hope it comes down between 1 and 2 inches . I got them at Autozone for less than $80 and they were in stock . I hope to get them in this weekend . I will also try to get the back level . I might even try to post some pics . Frank

woodyjim · 05-23-2006, 02:21 PM

Hey f.monroe,
Please include some pics of that "lean" you're talking about. I'd like to see if it's the same thing I've got. Thanks alot!
Jim

f.monroe · 05-23-2006, 11:30 PM

The lean is mostly gone now since I added the new coils . It was about 1 inch lower on the passenger side , front and rear. I am sure it is because my truck is a single tank truck and did not have a sway bar from the factory . I dont have any pics of it before . Frank

05-15-2006, 11:34 PM	#1
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Coil spring question ? I replaced the front coil springs on my 1977 1/2 ton . It is way too high in the front now . I thought about buying some 1 inch drop springs to get the height I want . Has anyone replaced their springs and do you have pics /part numbers ? I do not like the heavy duty springs I have . I also need to replace the rear leaf spring packs . Where is the best place to get new ones ? My truck had the lean to the passenger side that they get with only one gas tank . I would like it to sit the same from side to side and have a little rake to the front . Thanks . Frank __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

05-16-2006, 02:28 PM	#2
Prerunner1982 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 5,904	Re: Coil spring question ? you might try the regular non HD coils... you arent the only one who has had this problem.... __________________ Jon 1982 Chevy Silverado 350/th350.... RETIRED 1993 Jeep XJ 2 door(Cherokee) 4wd 4.0ltr/AX-15 (5spd)/NP231 .... Oklahoma Roll Call

05-16-2006, 02:49 PM	#3
boxrodz Until Seventy Times Seven Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Rocky Mountain Front Range Posts: 1,301	Re: Coil spring question ? Like Jon said, many experience the same issue when replacing the front coils. I guess over time the stock spring becomes a drop coil spring. If you went with a HD spring, maybe a non-HD would give you the height that you're after. I haven't heard of anyone using 1" drop springs on a stock spindle. I'm not sure if it would give you too much rake? Eaton Springs (http://www.eatonsprings.com)is a reputable spring manufacturer. I believe they carry springs for these trucks. Maybe, give them a call and see what they suggest. __________________ boxRODz 1983 C10 SWB Fleetside When two halves is gone, there's nuthin left. Two nothings is nuthin. That's mathematics son. You can argue with me but you can't argue with figures. Two half nothings is a whole nuthin...

05-16-2006, 04:17 PM	#4
John @ BROTHERS Registered User Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 310	Re: Coil spring question ? Hey f.monroe. Here is a link to the coils on our website. They are on sale until the end of May. Good luck with your project. http://brothersonlinestore.com/prodi...number=LCSE48F __________________ 1967 Chevy Short/Fleet 1969 Chevy Short/Step 2004.5 Dodge 2500 4x4 Cummins 6spd

05-22-2006, 12:10 PM	#5
Slonaker Insert Witty Text Here Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 3,415	Re: Coil spring question ? I replaced my springs with the HD (store did not tell me they were HD) versions and it looked like a 4X4. The same store was able to order me the regular ones, which dropped it down some. I have the MOOG part numbers at home, and they were the same as a few other brands used. PM me if you want the part number. Slonaker __________________ '86 Chevy C10 (Sold 04/19/13 ) Stock '01 Silverado

05-22-2006, 10:35 PM	#6
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: Coil spring question ? Thanks for the info . I bought another pair but this time I bought the lighter duty springs . I hope it comes down between 1 and 2 inches . I got them at Autozone for less than $80 and they were in stock . I hope to get them in this weekend . I will also try to get the back level . I might even try to post some pics . Frank __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

05-23-2006, 02:21 PM	#7
woodyjim Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Athens,AL Posts: 53	Re: Coil spring question ? Hey f.monroe, Please include some pics of that "lean" you're talking about. I'd like to see if it's the same thing I've got. Thanks alot! Jim

05-23-2006, 11:30 PM	#8
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: Coil spring question ? The lean is mostly gone now since I added the new coils . It was about 1 inch lower on the passenger side , front and rear. I am sure it is because my truck is a single tank truck and did not have a sway bar from the factory . I dont have any pics of it before . Frank __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !



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