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Old 12-11-2009, 10:27 AM   #48
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Re: 86 C10 Trailing Arm Conversion

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I've also seen ECE sells a kit to strengthen the factory arms, would that be a worthwile investment?
Yes. Scrap steel would do the job too if budget is a factor. I simply put ~ 2" beads every 6" or so down the seam of the OE arms & weld up the extreme ends (front & rear).
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