linked suspension

[bigblockM715]

Quick question. I am looking to junk the closed knuckle, super low gear, drum axles. I have a set of Chubby axles with discs all the way around, already trussed from another project 14 bolt, and 60 front. With the aftermarket support of link suspension systems, I am shocked to find no M715 owners not doing this. The military wrapped springs are kind of worn (all bushings shot). I want to pull it in and start cutting out the old suspension and axles but am a little weary to start and find out some obvious cause that I should have seen before hand. Has anybody tried this, or is there something obvious that I am missing?

[Barrman]

Speaking only for myself. Cost and need versus want have kept me from doing any more than just thinking about it.

I haul and tow with my M715 as well as make long road trips. The truck is super stable doing all 3. With the hydroboost and dual line master cylinder, I can lock up the tires at any speed if I push hard enough. With a rear locker I have never really worried about flex when off road. If I want the truck to cruise down the highway smoother, I just let a few pounds of air out of the tires. I have no need to change just to change. Others may feel different.

You go for it and take lots of pictures if you want. I seem to remember a guy out in Arizona starting such a project. The truck I am building for Sermis had the leaf spring mounts cut off by the previous owner so he could build a 4 link in front. I also think a guy in the LA area was doing this at some point in time as well.

[bigblockM715]

Cool, sounds good. It will take me a minute to acquire all the necessary parts to do it, but when I start the project I will post pictures of my progress and let everyone know how it turns out.

[ray steadward]

Yep....Thought I had seen a couple link/coil projects, but just not worth the effort for what I want the truck for...

[Mikel]

[ray steadward]

And then there was a 6X6.......