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What problems would I have using the rear springs out of
a 74 c10 under my 51 3600 it will have the front suspension from the same 74 c10 donor.
and planing on using the rear end from the donor as well

It's going to be a driver working pickup when done.
I don't want the ride or need the 3/4 ton capacity.
just removing a couple of leaves from the 3600 springs would be a second option.

But am I missing something or would it just be a matter
of properly locating the spring hangers to use the longer lighter c10 springs?

It is way more spring than you need. You would be better off having a spring shop make you up a set of springs for what you plan to do with the truck.

Isn't the front suspension from the 74 too wide for wheel-to-fender clearance while turning?
Carl

One of the issues I see is with the amount of arch, the c10's have 2" more arch than the 3600 does. Secondly, you're going to have to use the c10 spring mounts and hangers.

I don't know the frame width on the c10, but I'm willing to be it's not a bolt in, which means welding new spring perches onto the axle.

Another issue with the c10 springs is that they may run into rear running board mount, because they are longer than the originals.

Geesh, I'm sounding like a Debbie downer!!! LOL

Try looking at some Ford Ranger or Chevy Colorado springs.

http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=1508

http://www.sdtrucksprings.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=7713