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11-02-2014, 12:17 AM
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60-66 lift springs
im having a hard time finding a lift kit for a k10 suburban and was wondering if a lift kit for a 73-87 will fit. Thanks
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11-02-2014, 09:58 AM
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Re: 60-66 lift springs
You might get answers faster if you post this in the 4x4 section. Specify yr BURB you have.
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11-02-2014, 11:16 PM
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Re: 60-66 lift springs
There are no lift springs specifically for a 60-66. Leafs from a 70-72 k10 are the same length, and are available in popular lifts. The difference will be the eye size and the bushing types. 66 uses all bronze bushing, and a threaded bolts on the front spring shackle. 72 uses standard rubber or poly bushings.
I converted to the newer type when I built mine.
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11-03-2014, 12:59 AM
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Re: 60-66 lift springs
When you go with either '70-'72 or '73-'87 lift springs, you will also have to change the spring hangers to accommodate the springs.
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11-03-2014, 08:16 AM
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Re: 60-66 lift springs
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12-19-2018, 06:38 PM
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Re: 60-66 lift springs
So does the 67-72 or 73-87 give the same amount of lift or do you need a 6 inch to gain 4 on a 60-66?
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12-20-2018, 05:00 PM
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Re: 60-66 lift springs
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07-11-2019, 09:21 AM
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Re: 60-66 lift springs
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why won't they fit?
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07-12-2019, 09:04 AM
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Re: 60-66 lift springs
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I don't believe the holes in the springs are the right size. That's why I used the springs hangers off of a square body 4x4 for the rear and my machinist buddy modified the original front hangers to accept the standard bolts to mount the front springs in my truck. |
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07-12-2019, 09:28 AM
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Re: 60-66 lift springs
thanks 62shortstep!
so you mean the later model spring setups have larger shaft diameter bolts, and non greasable??? why manufacturers wouldn't just build a bushing to fit our trucks rather than not sell their product at all, baffles me... or simply sell an undrilled bushing and let the user drill out the size needed...
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