Dorman 22-709 rear leaf spring for the 1975-1991 Chevrolet G20 and other vehicles carries the weight and payload at the rear of the vehicle. Sound springs are essential to suspension performance and passenger comfort, and this Dorman leaf spring is a standard replacement grade.
- Replaces springs damaged by overloading, collision, cracking or corrosion
- Steel leaf pack built to strict specifications for long service life
- Eight leaves, 2.25 in wide, with a 3000 lb load rate
- Up-turned eye at both ends, with bushings included
- No helper spring and no axle modification needed
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 22-709 leaf spring
- Also called: leaf spring assembly
- Fits: 1975-1991 Chevrolet G20 and other vehicles
- Position: Rear
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A rear end that sags, cracked or broken leaves, or heavy rust can mean the spring is worn, though worn shock absorbers or loose axle mounts can be behind a rough or low ride too. Springs are normally replaced as a pair on the same axle, and this listing is one spring.
Fits
Dorman lists this leaf spring for a wide range of Chevrolet and GMC models, led by the 1975-1991 Chevrolet G20, the 1975-1991 Chevrolet G30 and the 1979-1991 GMC G1500, and the rear axle takes two. If your vehicle is not named here, run its year and model through the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Rear
- Quantity per vehicle: 2
- Length, axis 1 and axis 2: 24 in each
- Length B: 28 in
- Arch length: 3.5 in
- Leaf width: 2.25 in
- Pack thickness: 3.226 in
- Load rate: 3000 lb
- Leaf quantity: 8
Build and materials
- Material: Steel
- End attachments: up-turned eye at both ends
- Bushings: included
- Mounting hardware: not included
- Suspension grade: standard
- Helper spring: no
- Condition: New
In the box
One leaf spring with bushings. Mounting hardware is not included, so plan on new hardware, since the old pieces may not be reusable.
Interchange: 22-453 · 22-535 · 22-589 · 22-599 · 22-709DAY · 022-0709-00
35016 · 14040293
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
35016, 22-453, 22-535, 22-589, 22-599, 14040293, 22-709DAY, 022-0709-00
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dorman 22-709 the right Chevrolet G20 leaf spring for a 1975-1991 model?
Yes. Dorman 22-709 is a rear leaf spring listed for the 1975-1991 Chevrolet G20. Owners of another model can run it through the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Does Dorman 22-709 come with bushings and mounting hardware?
It comes with bushings, and the box holds one leaf spring. Mounting hardware is not included, so plan on new hardware for the install.
How many leaves and what load rate does this rear spring have?
This rear spring has 8 leaves with a leaf width of 2.25 in and a load rate of 3000 lb. The pack is 3.226 in thick and has an arch length of 3.5 in.
What can a cracked or sagging rear leaf spring look like?
Cracked or broken leaves, heavy rust, or a rear end that sits low can mean a spring is worn. Have it inspected promptly rather than driving on it.
Is this leaf spring assembly a standard grade, and does it need axle modification?
Dorman 22-709 is a standard replacement grade with no helper spring. No axle modification is needed, and both ends have an up-turned eye.
