Build front suspension before or after mounting the engine? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**71CHEVYSHORTBED402** · 11-26-2018, 03:11 PM

I've read it's much easier to remove the suspension with the engine mounted, because the weight of the engine helps. Note: I've already removed the suspension, this is a ground up.

I figured the same logic applies to building the suspension, but I've seen a couple builds done without an engine. I can't drop the engine yet, so I'm wondering if it's just as well to build the suspension without it?

If I build the suspension first, you figure I need a coil compressor or will a floor jack suffice? Also, is there any reason to torque everything down after the engine is mounted? Doesn't seem so, but just asking. Thank you

11-26-2018, 03:11 PM	#1
71CHEVYSHORTBED402 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 7,118	Build front suspension before or after mounting the engine? I've read it's much easier to remove the suspension with the engine mounted, because the weight of the engine helps. Note: I've already removed the suspension, this is a ground up. I figured the same logic applies to building the suspension, but I've seen a couple builds done without an engine. I can't drop the engine yet, so I'm wondering if it's just as well to build the suspension without it? If I build the suspension first, you figure I need a coil compressor or will a floor jack suffice? Also, is there any reason to torque everything down after the engine is mounted? Doesn't seem so, but just asking. Thank you __________________ Tony 71 Custom Deluxe, SWB, 2WD, 402, A/C. I developed an assm. guide "kit" for restoring it from ground up. With assys, the guide accts for 1000s of OEM identifications and part numbers, all written in short order. 700+ images include assm, illust., charts, and points of interest. Much of the info. applies to all 67-72 GM trucks, and to a lessor degree all 67-72 GM vehicles. My build thread, and more on the guide https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=730025 Last edited by 71CHEVYSHORTBED402; 11-26-2018 at 05:07 PM.



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