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Offline 429p

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K20 1980 front leaf spring question w/pics
« 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
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Offline Jason S

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Re: K20 1980 front leaf spring question w/pics
« Reply #1 on: November 18, 2014, 04:27:21 pm »
Your springs may have lost some temper, but reverse arch front springs are correct.
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Re: K20 1980 front leaf spring question w/pics
« Reply #2 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.
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Re: K20 1980 front leaf spring question w/pics
« Reply #3 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!
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