Question about front springs

[gringeltaube]

OK, that would make a 10-leaf/ 3-3/4"-stack, then.
On the other hand we have the "standard" 12-leaf/ 4-3/8"-packs, which leaves .365" for each leaf... which still leaves me wondering... about the when and why, two different versions?


G.

 

[rosco]

So I just measured mine (I couldn't stand not knowing), and sure enough, its a 10 leaf pack/3-3/4"-stack. Make & year is kaiser. The dash tag says Mfg. 1966, but the registration says 1965.

Not many donor trucks around, this neck of the woods either. I do have a donor 211 - I will measure them tomorrow. At the same time, the truck is level, and rides and drives well, but I have loaded the truck, numerous times, and have the impression the springs are not all that strong. In fact, as it sets empty tonight, the front springs are flat (W/winch), with no positive arch to them. Do the 12 leaf packs have an arch

 

[Jeepsinker]

I have yet to see any with any arch at all. Remember these are military springs.

 

[Reaper651]

My truck also has 12 leaves. (The truck in my signature)