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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Brakes, Frame, Steering & Suspension => Topic started by: 123 pugsy on May 15, 2006, 09:12:00 pm

Title: Coil spring thckness
Post by: 123 pugsy on May 15, 2006, 09:12:00 pm

I checked my front coil springs.They are 13/16" thick (diameter).Does anyone know what the diameter of small block 1/2 ton springs should be?

Title: Re: Coil spring thckness
Post by: 123 pugsy on May 18, 2006, 05:01:00 pm

Nobody have a ruler out there?

Title: Re: Coil spring thckness
Post by: bigblock73 on May 19, 2006, 11:52:00 am

I'd check for ya, but I have aftermarket drop coils on my '73.    

Jeff

'73 swb 2wd

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Title: Re: Coil spring thckness
Post by: 123 pugsy on May 19, 2006, 07:48:00 pm

Thats OK,Thanks BigBlock.I ordered 2 inch lift for the rear axle today.I really don't feel like changing the front springs.Real pain
I guess I'll be drivin around like a 4X4 wanna-be