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Old 12-17-2017, 08:10 PM   #1
rockyrivermark
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new coil springs

1970 C10
350cu/350 auto
short bed converted
fully restored this past year and mostly stock

so my spid states that my truck has heavy duty springs. The ride is decent but I was considering changing the springs to a standard or non heavy duty if that makes sense. with 3 other trucks i used for work I have no need to load or haul with this c10.
any suggestions on whether this will make a difference?
I'm guessing heavy duty springs were and option and not standard?
any brand you could suggestion
any input appreciated.
thanks!
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Old 12-17-2017, 11:48 PM   #2
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Re: new coil springs

When I rebuilt the front end on my 72 last year I went with Moog HD. With the 1 1/4 inch sway bar I added it is pretty stiff. If I ever have to do the ball joints again I'll probably switch to standard springs. Handles the curves well, but on rough surfaces it's too harsh to be comfortable.
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Old 12-18-2017, 12:11 AM   #3
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Re: new coil springs

the "heavy duty" springs on your 1/2 may be nothing more than a set for the big block or even a 3/4 ton. I would just order a set for a 1/2 ton small block
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Old 12-18-2017, 12:43 AM   #4
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Re: new coil springs

Wouldnt this be referring to the REAR springs as thats where the additional payload rides?
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Old 12-18-2017, 04:42 PM   #5
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Wouldnt this be referring to the REAR springs as thats where the additional payload rides?
Hey, keep your logic to yourself
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Old 12-18-2017, 08:34 PM   #6
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Re: new coil springs

So checked the spid again this morning and yes it's HD rear springs. I assumed it was front and back.
Going to get standard spring and possibly 1.5" lowering blocks to level stance.
Thanks for input.
Such a great board here
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