Thread: rear suspension change

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Those single leaf "springs" arent really springs as we normally think of them. Assuming this truck was set up with hydraulics, then the only possible purpose for those "springs" is as a track locator. It's a cheapo way to keep the rear axle from shifting side to side. Pulling them off - along with all the associated hydro junk - makes it possible to put just about any kind of rear axle under the car. The simplest would be a set of new springs made for a '51 Chevy pickup. They can be stock or lowered, depending on your plan for the vehicle. However, it's excellent advice to look at the front end also. With the "workmanship" shown in those photos, it's hard to tell what's up front. Take a close look, because I'm guessing that the rear suspension isn't the only chassis problem.

I wouldn't drive that setup to the end of the driveway . . . no offense . . .

Can i stil use that rear axle with new leaf spings and shocks

Originally Posted by PLAYA4REAL

Can i stil use that rear axle with new leaf spings and shocks

Yes, but you will have to cut all that other spring mounting brackets off of the frame and axle.

i'm going to get a torch and cut off those old spring mount brakets and buy some new shocks and leafs

Now you got the idea. You should be able to purchase stock springs, mounts, and shocks.

Where at, any pics

Heres Some Pics Of The Frt Suspesion