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mike73 · 08-05-2009, 11:00 PM

Ive got a 66 with an 84 Burban X-member.I need to replace front coils. Whats the SAFE driveway method?

**ChiefRocka** · 08-05-2009, 11:07 PM

First, you jack up the truck high enough to allow the lower arms to drop, and support on stands. Level ground and wheels blocked.

Disconnect shocks and sway-bar (if equipped)....

Remove up upper ball cotter pin, and loose nut about half way, but do not remove. Hit spindle along side nut, untill itg "pops" loose.

Place jack and lower a-arm and raise to releive tension, and remove nut.

Lower jack slowly and remove spring.

Install, is basically the reverse, you just don't need to bang anything (usuallly)

I would have a a second person help you mabey with the jack.

markeb01 · 08-05-2009, 11:33 PM

What John said, however I also like using a spring compressor especially when installing the new springs. You can rent them from most auto supply stores although they aren't that expensive if you'll ever use it again.

It's also a good idea to wrap a chain through the spring and lower control arm just for safety in case the jack slips and the spring comes out under pressure.

mike73 · 08-05-2009, 11:55 PM

And that folks is why I love this place! Same day service! Who needs ALLDATA when we have a fine group like this! Thank you both very much!

jonzcustomshop · 08-06-2009, 07:17 AM

and those springs travel a LONG way if they get lose from you!

I've seen one at least 20-30 ft in the air.

**ChiefRocka** · 08-06-2009, 07:24 AM

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Originally Posted by markeb01

What John said, however I also like using a spring compressor especially when installing the new springs. You can rent them from most auto supply stores although they aren't that expensive if you'll ever use it again.

It's also a good idea to wrap a chain through the spring and lower control arm just for safety in case the jack slips and the spring comes out under pressure.

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Originally Posted by jonzcustomshop

and those springs travel a LONG way if they get lose from you!

I've seen one at least 20-30 ft in the air.

Good idea for the first timer...however, personally I've never had an issue wih removing coils from the front-ends...Mabey because in my side on town, all the springs were heated !! (JK)

MacAttack · 08-06-2009, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by mike73

And that folks is why I love this place! Same day service! Who needs ALLDATA when we have a fine group like this! Thank you both very much!

Yeah - we like it too, and that's why we advise subscribing.

Mac.

Ynotnow817 · 01-10-2011, 01:06 PM

Great info guys. Any tips on doing this on a front suspension that is not under a truck yet?

CVA59 · 01-10-2011, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Ynotnow817

Great info guys. Any tips on doing this on a front suspension that is not under a truck yet?

Coil Spring Compressor is the safest way

**Clyde65** · 01-10-2011, 02:43 PM

Spring compressor from Oreilly's or your favorite parts house. Rent one so you dont loose an appendage/life when you mess with the springs.

Ynotnow817 · 01-10-2011, 03:28 PM

thanks

08-05-2009, 11:00 PM	#1
mike73 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Los Lunas NewMexico Posts: 60	A lil help please.... Ive got a 66 with an 84 Burban X-member.I need to replace front coils. Whats the SAFE driveway method?

08-05-2009, 11:07 PM	#2
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: A lil help please.... First, you jack up the truck high enough to allow the lower arms to drop, and support on stands. Level ground and wheels blocked. Disconnect shocks and sway-bar (if equipped).... Remove up upper ball cotter pin, and loose nut about half way, but do not remove. Hit spindle along side nut, untill itg "pops" loose. Place jack and lower a-arm and raise to releive tension, and remove nut. Lower jack slowly and remove spring. Install, is basically the reverse, you just don't need to bang anything (usuallly) I would have a a second person help you mabey with the jack. __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

08-05-2009, 11:33 PM	#3
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: A lil help please.... What John said, however I also like using a spring compressor especially when installing the new springs. You can rent them from most auto supply stores although they aren't that expensive if you'll ever use it again. It's also a good idea to wrap a chain through the spring and lower control arm just for safety in case the jack slips and the spring comes out under pressure.

08-05-2009, 11:55 PM	#4
mike73 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Los Lunas NewMexico Posts: 60	Re: A lil help please.... And that folks is why I love this place! Same day service! Who needs ALLDATA when we have a fine group like this! Thank you both very much!

08-06-2009, 07:17 AM	#5
jonzcustomshop 1961 crewcab Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: missoula, mt Posts: 6,164	Re: A lil help please.... and those springs travel a LONG way if they get lose from you! I've seen one at least 20-30 ft in the air.

01-10-2011, 01:06 PM	#8
Ynotnow817 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Arlington,TX Posts: 88	Re: A lil help please.... Great info guys. Any tips on doing this on a front suspension that is not under a truck yet?

01-10-2011, 02:43 PM	#10
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,540	Re: A lil help please.... Spring compressor from Oreilly's or your favorite parts house. Rent one so you dont loose an appendage/life when you mess with the springs. __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

01-10-2011, 03:28 PM	#11
Ynotnow817 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Arlington,TX Posts: 88	Re: A lil help please.... thanks



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