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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Brakes, Frame, Steering & Suspension => Topic started by: 76k104x4 on February 02, 2011, 09:18:51 pm

Title: 52 or 56 inch springs
Post by: 76k104x4 on February 02, 2011, 09:18:51 pm

how do i find out if i have 52 or 56 inch rear springs do you measure straight across from middle of springeye or follow the arch and measure it i need to know for my lift kit im going to get a 4 inch with new rear springs thanks

Title: Re: 52 or 56 inch springs
Post by: bake74 on February 03, 2011, 08:24:04 am

     Measure from eye to eye straight across, it will be either 52" or 56".  The place they mount are 52" or 56" I believe.

Title: Re: 52 or 56 inch springs
Post by: Grim 82 on February 03, 2011, 09:16:40 am

Measure the actual length along the arch of the spring, as if it was straight.
http://www.eatonsprings.com/measuring.htm

Title: Re: 52 or 56 inch springs
Post by: ehjorten on February 03, 2011, 06:38:30 pm

You definitely measure along the length of the arch