Thread: rear suspension change

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Those single leaf "springs" arent really springs as we normally think of them. Assuming this truck was set up with hydraulics, then the only possible purpose for those "springs" is as a track locator. It's a cheapo way to keep the rear axle from shifting side to side. Pulling them off - along with all the associated hydro junk - makes it possible to put just about any kind of rear axle under the car. The simplest would be a set of new springs made for a '51 Chevy pickup. They can be stock or lowered, depending on your plan for the vehicle. However, it's excellent advice to look at the front end also. With the "workmanship" shown in those photos, it's hard to tell what's up front. Take a close look, because I'm guessing that the rear suspension isn't the only chassis problem.

I wouldn't drive that setup to the end of the driveway . . . no offense . . .