C3 rear steel spring

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May 6, 2020 | 12:38 PM

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C3 rear steel spring

Just had shipped in 1990 a new spring with no bands. Supplier said band on each end was not needed. True OR False ?

May 6, 2020 | 01:18 PM

GTR1999

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Straps were used on aftermarket springs not GM and should be removed once installed. Original springs have a curled end on each side of the leaf.

May 6, 2020 | 01:37 PM

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Straps were used on aftermarket springs not GM and should be removed once installed. Original springs have a curled end on each side of the leaf.

GM service replacements also had the band clamps.

May 6, 2020 | 06:34 PM

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GM service replacements also had the band clamps.

ah yes, haven't one of those in a very long time

May 6, 2020 | 09:51 PM

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I have heard the bands are to hold the springpack together and aligned while on the warehouse shelf. Once it /springpack is bolted in place the 4 mounting bolts and plate keep the leafs aligned. Old cars and trucks had the bands riveted in place permanently.

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