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Old 09-27-2017, 09:19 PM   #1
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53 4400 Suspension change

I have a 1953 chevy series 4400 can any one tell me if a 55 GMC 4400 front & rear suspension would be a good swap, better brakes? better choices wheels?
Pros & cons.
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Old 09-27-2017, 10:00 PM   #2
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Re: 53 4400 Suspension change

probably not much improvement for the amount of work involved. ..I would upgrade to at least a later year model with disc brakes and a-arm fronts...
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Old 09-28-2017, 12:27 AM   #3
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Re: 53 4400 Suspension change

If the 55 is a first series everything should be the same. If it is a second series the axle won't fit as the spring mounts are way too wide or Far apart.
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