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78SilveradoSWB · 09-23-2002, 08:24 PM

Looking for some real nice leaf springs for a 78 SWB. Need the standard 3/1 leaf, not the heavy duty 7/1 type. Send your responses to gemba@excite.com. Thanks! :p

*Fast68Chevy* · 09-24-2002, 01:16 AM

what exactly are you doing ? downgrading from HD to LD or replacing broken LD springs or ? looking for leaves alone or complete packs or ?

R

78SilveradoSWB · 09-24-2002, 02:44 AM

Going to use a flip kit/C-section to lower the rear 5" instead of using a 4" drop leaf spring and shackle set. I want to then use airlift or ride-rite air support springs for the occasional hauling. I have been told that I could not use these air support springs with the drop springs, but I could if I use a flip/C-section. I currently have HD springs, but would like to use the standard issue springs to soften the ride and as suggested by a local drop shop.

*Fast68Chevy* · 09-24-2002, 09:37 PM

i think al you would really need to do to accomplish getting std capacity springs is to remove a couple of the leaves from both packs. dont see any other difference otherwise, hm

good luck

BaggedC10 · 09-29-2002, 03:18 AM

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Originally posted by Fast68Chevy
i think al you would really need to do to accomplish getting std capacity springs is to remove a couple of the leaves from both packs. dont see any other difference otherwise, hm

good luck

Light-duty leaf springs have a different spring rate.

73GMC · 09-29-2002, 10:17 AM

I have the rear leaf suspension from a 79 c10. good condition, will send you email.

78SilveradoSWB · 09-29-2002, 03:55 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by 73GMC
I have the rear leaf suspension from a 79 c10. good condition, will send you email.

You got mail!

*Fast68Chevy* · 09-29-2002, 06:50 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by LowC10

Light-duty leaf springs have a different spring rate.

only because of difference in number of leaves.

also there are two different lengths, 51" and 56",. 56" woud be softer ride than a pack of 51" with same quantity of leaves.

i would just save time and trouble and simply remove 4 leaves, personally..

each to his own though

good luck

BaggedC10 · 09-29-2002, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Fast68Chevy

only because of difference in number of leaves.

also there are two different lengths, 51" and 56",. 56" woud be softer ride than a pack of 51" with same quantity of leaves.

i would just save time and trouble and simply remove 4 leaves, personally..

each to his own though

good luck

You are correct, but they were offered in 52" and 56" lengths.

09-23-2002, 08:24 PM	#1
78SilveradoSWB Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 1,615	Looking For 3/1 Leaf Springs Looking for some real nice leaf springs for a 78 SWB. Need the standard 3/1 leaf, not the heavy duty 7/1 type. Send your responses to gemba@excite.com. Thanks! :p

09-29-2002, 10:17 AM	#6
73GMC Proud American Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Great State of Texas, USA Posts: 97	rear leaf suspension I have the rear leaf suspension from a 79 c10. good condition, will send you email.

09-24-2002, 01:16 AM	#2
Fast68Chevy Account Suspended Join Date: May 2000 Location: IL Posts: 0	what exactly are you doing ? downgrading from HD to LD or replacing broken LD springs or ? looking for leaves alone or complete packs or ? R

09-24-2002, 02:44 AM	#3
78SilveradoSWB Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 1,615	Going to use a flip kit/C-section to lower the rear 5" instead of using a 4" drop leaf spring and shackle set. I want to then use airlift or ride-rite air support springs for the occasional hauling. I have been told that I could not use these air support springs with the drop springs, but I could if I use a flip/C-section. I currently have HD springs, but would like to use the standard issue springs to soften the ride and as suggested by a local drop shop.

09-24-2002, 09:37 PM	#4
Fast68Chevy Account Suspended Join Date: May 2000 Location: IL Posts: 0	i think al you would really need to do to accomplish getting std capacity springs is to remove a couple of the leaves from both packs. dont see any other difference otherwise, hm good luck



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