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stvaughn replied to the thread V1500 suspension question.BlazerBiker, I’d be interested in talking to you about your spring recommendations. Send me a PM. Steve -
For checking level, measure the body crease, not the fender openings. That said, you may not like it level because of the visual...
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stvaughn replied to the thread V1500 suspension question.Zelph, thanks for that information. I’ll keep that information in mind in case I decide to change springs.
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stvaughn replied to the thread V1500 suspension question.Since this is a new to me vehicle I have taken it to be serviced top to bottom, front to back, however on the way to the shop it was...
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stvaughn replied to the thread V1500 suspension question.I’ll stick with 5 leaf springs and see how it sits.
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stvaughn replied to the thread V1500 suspension question.Thanks Zach
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stvaughn replied to the thread V1500 suspension question.Zach, That’s the kind of information I need. I’m not interested in a soft ride but definitely am concerned about spring failure. I’m...
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stvaughn replied to the thread V1500 suspension question.No lift block in front. Spring sits on top of the axle. The rear spring must be sagging because when I measure the height of the wheel...
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stvaughn replied to the thread V1500 suspension question.Actually just trying to make it easier for my ancient body to get in and out. I have ordered a set of nerf bar style running boards but...
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stvaughn replied to the thread V1500 suspension question.David, my old eyes really can’t make out anything in that picture but is yours a V 1500 or 2500?
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stvaughn replied to the thread V1500 suspension question.I think you guys may be on to something. I just checked General spring and they show two rear springs, a 5 leaf rated 2000 lbs. and a 7...
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stvaughn replied to the thread V1500 suspension question.Keith, here are pictures of the front and rear springs. There looks like a 4”ish gap between front spring and the bump stop which I...
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I have a new to me 1990 V1500 Suburban. The front springs have a reverse arch and are on top of the axle and the rear springs are...
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I did this job on my '75 GMC several years ago, and I don't remember how far you had to tear into it to get to the turn signal switch... -
stvaughn replied to the thread '87 GMC Suburban V1500 1/2 ton - replacing leaf springs.I have the similar questions so I’m bumping this up to the top. Steve
