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Old 02-19-2010, 07:35 AM   #10
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Re: What's the best 5/7 drop set up?

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Originally Posted by 77trailering View Post
Thanks for the info, so then if I get a flip kit I need to get the shackles and hangers as well. or just the shackles.
The flip kit will get you a 5"-6" rear drop.
The longer rear shackle will lower the rear an additional 1"-2", (since there are two sets of holes).

The "shackle hannger" kit is for people that only want to lower the rear 4".

If you combine the "shackle hanger" kit WITH the flip kit,... you will end up with approximatel a 10" rear drop. TOO much.
It can be done,... but you'll be cutting the bed floor and adding a Step notch to your frame. I don't think you'll get the front low enough to match the 10" drop.

Look around in the suspension section.
I think a 5"/7" drop is perfect on these trucks.
If you get them too low up front you will need to pull your inner fenders.
Also,... what are your plans for wheels? Those 8" ralleys may need to be swapped out (to a 6.5" or 7" ralley wheel) up front,... if you get too low.
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