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**desert-rat** · 06-01-2023, 06:20 AM

1969 GMC 3/4 with rear leafs.
I know this has been discussed like a trillion times. And it's mostly about compatibility. I understand that the frames are the same from what I've read mostly. So instead of doing compatibility fitment and the aftermarket being endless for these trucks. Here's what I'm thinking; just remove all the 3/4 ton suspension and steering, add aftermarket 1/2 ton suspension with rear coils with 1/2 ton axle and R&P steering and do a 5 lug setup. Unless somehow I just happen to find a 1/2 ton roller, frame, or someone selling entire 1/2 ton parts.
Can it be possible??
Thanks.

06-01-2023, 06:20 AM	#1
desert-rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: 3,018 feet above the SoCal/Mojave Desert region. Posts: 356	3/4 ton to 1/2 ton suspension swap. 1969 GMC 3/4 with rear leafs. I know this has been discussed like a trillion times. And it's mostly about compatibility. I understand that the frames are the same from what I've read mostly. So instead of doing compatibility fitment and the aftermarket being endless for these trucks. Here's what I'm thinking; just remove all the 3/4 ton suspension and steering, add aftermarket 1/2 ton suspension with rear coils with 1/2 ton axle and R&P steering and do a 5 lug setup. Unless somehow I just happen to find a 1/2 ton roller, frame, or someone selling entire 1/2 ton parts. Can it be possible?? Thanks.