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Old 03-08-2024, 01:22 AM   #284
Richard
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Re: Restomod 72 K10 "Good Memories"

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Originally Posted by nsiti View Post
Thanks, any material preference for the shims? I see some in aluminum, steel, and zinc coated steel. They may be for different applications like leveling springs or pinion vs axle. Is strength preferable over corrosion resistance? Aluminum is going to weather better but is typically less durable.
I used aluminum, easier to drill, cut, etc. They are used on axles, stress of the steps will be no problem. The Amp steps and linkage arms are made of aluminum as well.
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