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Technical 51 Chevy truck front suspension ideas

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by hotrodstar, Feb 10, 2018.

  1. hotrodstar
    Joined: May 4, 2011
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    I'm looking for some front suspension ideas for a 51 Chevy truck I'm going to work on.
    Current suspension is functionally sound but stiff and does not handle speeds over 50.
    What a good choice to use to make the truck more drivable.

    Thanks
     
  2. henry29
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    My truck goes down the road perfectly straight and smooth at 60 mph with the stock suspension, what kind of problems are you having over 50?
     
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  3. fastcar1953
    Joined: Oct 23, 2009
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    49 54 chevy car ifs. bolts on
     
  4. RMR&C
    Joined: Dec 26, 2009
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    from NW Montana

    Traditional would be rebuild the stock axle setup, dropped axle if you want it lower. If everything up front is in good condition, highway speeds should be no problem.
    My F-1 has the OE I beam under it and will cruise at 70 all day long.
     
  5. hotrodstar
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    First I have a lot of play in the steering wheel I would guess the steering box is worn. I did rebuild everything else kingpins etc.
    is there a different steering box that is better than a stock one?

    Thanks for your reply.
     
  6. Moriarity
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    keep in mind that per the guidelines here . Late model Ifs swaps are off topic....
     
  7. hotrodstar
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    Thanks for the reminder.
    I'm just looking for something that will work.
     
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  8. Dan in Pasadena
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    Well, that just killed an interesting thread. :>(
     
  9. Speed Gems
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    Just don't say your going too put an AMC Pacer front end under it and you'll be fine.;)
     

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