OK, working on my 1949 3600. It has lever shocks on it, so after I install my updated rear end I want to install normal shocks. Due to the outboard leaf springs looks like it would be easiest to mount some between the frame rails with a cross member similar to the picture below. What is the science behind the placement? What angle is optimal? I plan to order shocks according to the travel amount I have. I know I saw a chart somewhere. Any advice??
The springs are in the same place as original. Can you mount '50 & newer tube shock mounts? Can't tell from pic, but your tires might interfere. I can take more pics if needed. Doh! Pic isn't your truck, but you get the idea.
That might work, but I am worried about little narrower rear end width and wider tires might cause issues.
That picture is of the tci rear kit if that helps you. Interested to here the science behind the placement myself.
Yours are mounted almost exactly like mine have been mounted for the past 23 years on the 48. From the looks of things the shocks probably have numbers that will interchange with mine. 70 something Mopar.
...your springs are outboard of the framerails, unlike a 1/2 ton. probly your best bet is like the first pic you posted.
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