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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Brakes, Frame, Steering & Suspension => Topic started by: 429p on November 18, 2014, 03:06:59 pm

Title: K20 1980 front leaf spring question w/pics
Post by: 429p on November 18, 2014, 03:06:59 pm

Is this leaf spring worn out?  Does a new spring bow downwards, or is this the right configuration for the spring?  Occasionally, the tire hits the fender when I turn, and hit a bump, but otherwise there are no other problems.   Thanks,  Carr

Title: Re: K20 1980 front leaf spring question w/pics
Post by: Jason S on November 18, 2014, 04:27:21 pm

Your springs may have lost some temper, but reverse arch front springs are correct.

Title: Re: K20 1980 front leaf spring question w/pics
Post by: Engineer on November 18, 2014, 05:47:57 pm

Looking at your bumpstop you are settled about 1.5~2".

That 400# bulldozer blade on the front doesn't help.

Title: Re: K20 1980 front leaf spring question w/pics
Post by: 429p on November 18, 2014, 08:36:13 pm

Jason and Engineer, thanks for the replies.  Good to know that the spring is supposed to be reversed.  I consider calling my bumper a 400# bulldozer blade a compliment !  However the weight of the bumper has a price of lowering the front of the truck.  Thanks for all of the help!