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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => 73-87 Chevy & GMC Trucks => Topic started by: Rob on September 02, 2013, 09:08:57 am

Title: Front springs for my C30
Post by: Rob on September 02, 2013, 09:08:57 am

I'm in the process of building a 86 C30 dually, I have installed the axle flip kit and C notch's, but I am having a hard time finding 3" drop springs for the front. I found a set for a 86 Suburban, but not sure if they will fit( cant see why they wouldn't) but wanted to ask someone who might know before I buy them. SO, does anyone know if they will fit, or know where I might find a set for my truck? Any help with this would be greatly appreciated!!

Title: What spring's will fit?
Post by: Rob on September 11, 2013, 09:01:44 pm

Does anyone know why a suburban front coil spring wont fit the same year truck? I have a C30 I am looking to get 3" drop springs for, Iv been able to find them for the big block suburban, but nothing for a truck.

Title: Re: What spring's will fit?
Post by: zieg85 on September 11, 2013, 11:20:15 pm

I was under the impression the spring pockets were all the same thus any spring should physically fit from the 2 wheel drive 73-87 C series.  Spring rates are different due to engine size, type and whether it has AC or not.  Cutting coils lowers but stiffens.  I would think an application for the 85-87 1/2 ton C10, non-AC with a 4.3L would be the lightest of the springs out there.  I don't know if it will do what you want it to though.

Title: Re: What spring's will fit?
Post by: Rob on September 13, 2013, 10:27:19 pm

Thanks Zieg85, Im about to order some coils for a C20, Ill let you know if they fit.

Title: Re: What spring's will fit?
Post by: Captkaos on September 25, 2013, 10:12:42 pm

They will fit.

Title: Re: Front springs for my C30
Post by: Captkaos on September 25, 2013, 10:53:57 pm

Springs
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/bel-4500/overview/make/chevrolet/model/c30

Spindles
http://westernchassisinc.com/73-91-chevy-gmc-c30-drop-spindle-1-ton-truck/