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05-11-2024, 01:48 PM | #1 |
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1947 1.5-Ton Front Leaf Spring
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I recently bought a 47 1.5 ton grain truck which is in need of a new front spring. Does anyone have any ideas where I might find one of those? Everything I see is for the 1/2 tons or cars. Thanks. Dale |
05-11-2024, 02:02 PM | #2 |
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Re: 1947 1.5-Ton Front Leaf Spring
Many people buy a 1-1/2 ton truck and take the cab off for a project or for their pickup. The result is there are a lot of 1-1/2 ton truck frames languishing in back lots. If you look around, you might find someone willing to part out the front spring, or you might have to buy the whole frame to get the front spring.
I've purchased two complete chassis (no sheet metal or body) and have been rewarded with all sorts of parts that I can't find elsewhere.
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05-11-2024, 06:03 PM | #3 |
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Re: 1947 1.5-Ton Front Leaf Spring
Thank you Sir...that's a good idea.
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05-11-2024, 07:59 PM | #4 |
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Re: 1947 1.5-Ton Front Leaf Spring
Eaton spring in Detroit.
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05-11-2024, 09:45 PM | #5 |
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Re: 1947 1.5-Ton Front Leaf Spring
I have the front half of a '47 1 1/2 ton frame, but I don't think the springs are there. My cardiologist makes me take some laps around my property after dinner so I will take a look tonight. If not I know a guy in Utah who might. Josh Madsen. Maybe someone here has his contact info.
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05-11-2024, 11:32 PM | #6 |
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05-12-2024, 05:36 AM | #7 |
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Re: 1947 1.5-Ton Front Leaf Spring
I texted Josh. Maybe he’ll drop by to comment. Stu
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05-12-2024, 09:59 AM | #8 |
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Re: 1947 1.5-Ton Front Leaf Spring
Thanks GB. That is good news! Would be easier to find some in Utah but good to know you have them if it comes to that.
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Re: 1947 1.5-Ton Front Leaf Spring
Thanks Stu.
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05-12-2024, 10:00 AM | #10 |
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Re: 1947 1.5-Ton Front Leaf Spring
Thanks.
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05-21-2024, 10:02 PM | #11 |
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Re: 1947 1.5-Ton Front Leaf Spring
I found a set of springs and front axle with hubs in CO.
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05-22-2024, 06:29 AM | #12 |
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Re: 1947 1.5-Ton Front Leaf Spring
Glad you found some parts to keep your project going!
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05-22-2024, 08:20 AM | #13 |
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Re: 1947 1.5-Ton Front Leaf Spring
I'm thinking in your part of the country, this truck must be quite free of rust. We like pictures! And I'm glad you found more parts and closer too.
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