[Shop-talk] coil spring isolators

[David Scheidt]

On Thu, Sep 11, 2008 at 9:56 PM, Brad Kahler <brad.kahler at 141.com> wrote:
> I'm having the springs replaced because they were shot and while
> removing the springs the spring isolator pads disintegrated.  I've been
> searching for days trying to find replacement front coil spring
> isolators for our 1974  Chevy P30 chassis motorhome.
>
> The coil springs are 5-3/8 OD x 3-3/4 ID.  I tried several parts stores
> and they didn't have a clue.  I've tried one of the better suspension
> shops here and they told me to go to the Chevy dealer as they are a
> dealer only item.  I've called the Chevy dealer and they told me the
> parts were no longer available.  They couldn't even give me a part
> number.
>
> So, would anyone have an idea or suggestion as to where I can find these
> things?  I hate to put things back together with metal to metal contact.
>
> Any help would be appreciated.

Was the shop you talked to a car shop, or a truck shop?  You want a
good truck shop.


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David Scheidt
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