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Old 05-18-2015, 12:15 AM   #3
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Re: Long Leaf Spring Swap Thread - 1963 K15

Initially, I was going to find OEM spring hangers, shackles and modify them to fit the '63 frame. The more I thought about it, the more realistic I became about the amount of time that I have available and my welding skills.
The option that I ended up going with DIY 4x4 B52 hanger set for the front and the DIY 4x4 Flip and Switch for the rear / rear spring hanger and the ORU shackle flip for the front / rear. Pics of both setups coming soon.
I have one of the front springs out right now which will give better access to the front hanger for removal.
The difference in length of the front springs can be seen here.
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'63 k15 long step
Vortec 7.4 - L29 Blackbear tune, Five 0 Motorsports injectors, Chris Straub Cam, NV4500, divorced 205
52" front and 63" rear spring swap
D44 / 14bff - disc axles
Milemarker 9K and 10.5K hydraulic winches

63" & B52 Spring Install http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ng+swap+thread


NV4500 Reverse Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=reverse+build

L29 - 7.4 Vortec Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...&highlight=L29
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