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71'tahoe · 12-09-2019, 07:39 PM

First off,That is one good looking truck!!
Here is what I'd try to do. Measure from the top of the regular spring pack to the top of the over load spring. Do that on both sides and see if there is much difference. If the driver side is shorter then I'd say you have a worn/sagging spring pack. I didn't see any broken springs in your photos so I don't believe that is causing the issue. Maybe jack up the frame by the rear springs on the driver side and look into the front and rear hangers to see if they are worn. I'm not sure what else to check. I know this may sound crazy but count the springs on each side to make sure there is an equal amount. I have seen where some will break and the owners just remove the broken spring and put it back together to keep the truck moving. Sorry i couldn't be much more helpful.

12-09-2019, 07:39 PM	#2
71'tahoe Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: lynchburg ohio Posts: 736	Re: 1968 Chevy C50 leaf spring replacement First off,That is one good looking truck!! Here is what I'd try to do. Measure from the top of the regular spring pack to the top of the over load spring. Do that on both sides and see if there is much difference. If the driver side is shorter then I'd say you have a worn/sagging spring pack. I didn't see any broken springs in your photos so I don't believe that is causing the issue. Maybe jack up the frame by the rear springs on the driver side and look into the front and rear hangers to see if they are worn. I'm not sure what else to check. I know this may sound crazy but count the springs on each side to make sure there is an equal amount. I have seen where some will break and the owners just remove the broken spring and put it back together to keep the truck moving. Sorry i couldn't be much more helpful.