I've seen this discussed a few times but it's always one or the other and not both. I installed a 2.5" OME medium spring lift on my 1969 40 and am having some issues with the rear drove shaft not fitting. I've read this can be a problem solved by cutting the shaft down to fit. However, my rear shackle angle is also nearly vertical when, from what I understand, it should be pointed toward the rear of the vehicle for a smoother ride. Cutting the drive shaft will not solve that.
Before I start cutting and modifying, is there something I'm missing? I have the body on the truck but it is empty (no seats, fuel tank, top). Would adding weight to the truck flatten the springs permanently or would they just perk back up when the weight is removed? I do not own a top so it will likely never be fully weighed down.
Before I start cutting and modifying, is there something I'm missing? I have the body on the truck but it is empty (no seats, fuel tank, top). Would adding weight to the truck flatten the springs permanently or would they just perk back up when the weight is removed? I do not own a top so it will likely never be fully weighed down.
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