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Offline pcguysam

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Suspension Re-vamp, upgrade...
« on: February 26, 2013, 04:55:51 pm »
On my 81 Stepside, I am looking to replace the suspension all the way around the truck to give it a better overall ride and look.  I think that it needs to be dropped a couple of inches(2 or 3), nothing major, but I basically have NO idea where to start.

I know NOTHING about suspension and all of the "How to" guides I can find are about lift kits and drop kits.  I just need to know what parts I need to start looking for to replace.
i.e.
Shocks
Springs
Bushings
Control Arms
etc...

I have seen "kits" to do everything from the brakes on up, but the some of the kits are in the $1800 range.  I barely paid that for the entire truck.  Not looking to invest a mint.  Just want it to have a smoother ride.  Thanks guys, I have no idea you'll help.
81 C10 Custom Deluxe Stepside Purchased 2/2013

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Re: Suspension Re-vamp, upgrade...
« Reply #1 on: February 26, 2013, 05:03:20 pm »
If you are looking for ride quality, do you like how it rides now?  If so get spindles in front and shackle hanger in the rear.  3/4 or 3/5 kit.

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Re: Suspension Re-vamp, upgrade...
« Reply #2 on: March 01, 2013, 08:55:49 am »
I would like for it to ride, handle, and brake a little smoother, but I realize that beggers can't be choosers :-)  Thanks Cap'n!
81 C10 Custom Deluxe Stepside Purchased 2/2013