Leaf spring install
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Leaf spring install
Just received a new 7 leaf spring for my 69. I noticed that the top head of the bolt that holds the spring together is taller then the original. When I install the spring the spring does not sit flush on the rearend housing. Is that normal???? Please help
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From: mount holly NC
2025 c3 ('74-'82) of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
2019 C3 of Year Finalist (appearance mods)
The center bolt should NOT bottom out in the hold in the rear end, just file the top of it down.
Also just snug up the 4 bolts under the rear end and do the final torque after each end bolt is installed and you have weight on the wheels.
Also just snug up the 4 bolts under the rear end and do the final torque after each end bolt is installed and you have weight on the wheels.
