> From: "Keith" <kvdurand@mail.esc4.com>
> To: <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
> Subject: [oletrucks] monoleafs
> Date: Sat, 6 Nov 1999 10:23:55 -0800
>
> Has anyone used monoleafs on the rear? How much did they lower the truck
and
> did it hurt load carrying capacity?
>
> Keith
> 1956 3100
>
> oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
I've had Patrick's monoleafs on my GMC for a couple of years. They drop the
rear of the truck about two to three inches . Also the ride is better, not
as bone-jarring. I'm sure the load capacity is reduced some, but I've hauled
500-lb engines in the bed with no problem.
I also considered monoleafs for the front. Cost was the determining factor -
I decided to go IFS - but some users have reported a rather bouncy ride.
Also, lowering the front without changing the steering geometery did not
seem like a good idea (see bump steer post from Wally). They will get the
front end down though, if that's what you're looking for.
Jack / Winter Park FL
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