Rear End Suspension Options - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Starwood · 05-21-2021, 10:40 AM

So, my 64 was changed from Coil to Leafs long before I owned it. The shock mounts were Disneylanded in a strange config as well.

The ride is OK with some minor upgrades (thank you A1 Springs in Oaktown) but I'm looking to improve ride, handling, and safety without breaking the bank.

What do you guys think about Air Ride suspensions?

Seems like a decent alternative to converting back to coil...

I've heard good/bad - just curious on your thoughts.

If you've had a good experience, please point me in the right direction for the kit you installed?

Thanks a million, Fellas.

**Rickysnickers** · 05-21-2021, 07:01 PM

Can you weld? If so, you might look at a 4 link type system. They can be had for reasonable money.

https://welderseries.com/Triangulate...-Kit-p49926314

gmc684x4 · 05-22-2021, 01:17 PM

Your cheapest alternative is to convert back to truck arms
Western chassis has a kit for axle swaps get back your spring perchs
Or find a donor coil 12 bolt diff with truck arms

For a 4 link you need to insure it has good triangulation

gmc684x4 · 05-22-2021, 01:17 PM

Your cheapest alternative is to convert back to truck arms
Western chassis has a kit for axle swaps get back your spring perchs
Or find a donor coil 12 bolt diff with truck arms

For a 4 link you need to insure it has good triangulation

Starwood · 05-22-2021, 01:24 PM

Thanks Guys. I'll check these out.

05-21-2021, 10:40 AM	#1
Starwood Registered User Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: SAN RAMON Posts: 73	Rear End Suspension Options So, my 64 was changed from Coil to Leafs long before I owned it. The shock mounts were Disneylanded in a strange config as well. The ride is OK with some minor upgrades (thank you A1 Springs in Oaktown) but I'm looking to improve ride, handling, and safety without breaking the bank. What do you guys think about Air Ride suspensions? Seems like a decent alternative to converting back to coil... I've heard good/bad - just curious on your thoughts. If you've had a good experience, please point me in the right direction for the kit you installed? Thanks a million, Fellas. __________________ 64 C10 Custom 70 C10 Stepside w/67 Front End Clip 1970 Buick Ragtop 2003 Anniversary Road King Classic Last edited by Starwood; 05-21-2021 at 10:59 AM.

05-21-2021, 07:01 PM	#2
Rickysnickers Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Eagle, ID Posts: 2,937	Re: Rear End Suspension Options Can you weld? If so, you might look at a 4 link type system. They can be had for reasonable money. https://welderseries.com/Triangulate...-Kit-p49926314

05-22-2021, 01:17 PM	#3
gmc684x4 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Whitehorse yukon Posts: 1,218	Re: Rear End Suspension Options Your cheapest alternative is to convert back to truck arms Western chassis has a kit for axle swaps get back your spring perchs Or find a donor coil 12 bolt diff with truck arms For a 4 link you need to insure it has good triangulation

05-22-2021, 01:17 PM	#4
gmc684x4 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Whitehorse yukon Posts: 1,218	Re: Rear End Suspension Options Your cheapest alternative is to convert back to truck arms Western chassis has a kit for axle swaps get back your spring perchs Or find a donor coil 12 bolt diff with truck arms For a 4 link you need to insure it has good triangulation

05-22-2021, 01:24 PM	#5
Starwood Registered User Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: SAN RAMON Posts: 73	Re: Rear End Suspension Options Thanks Guys. I'll check these out. __________________ 64 C10 Custom 70 C10 Stepside w/67 Front End Clip 1970 Buick Ragtop 2003 Anniversary Road King Classic



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