axle flip question

[83highsierra]

ok so im gonna do an axle flip on my 83 stepside other than the obvious perches do i need to replace or modify anything and how bad will it look til i get the front done? and should i just cut the springs in front?

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by 83highsierra

ok so im gonna do an axle flip on my 83 stepside other than the obvious perches do i need to replace or modify anything and how bad will it look til i get the front done? and should i just cut the springs in front?

Flip kits come w/flip brackets, u-bolts w/hardware, & shock relocators.

The flip brackets not only position the axle above the spring-pack, it physically positions/relocates the housing to compensate for the drop (helps center the wheels in the wheel well).
It's recommended to replace the u-bolts when servicing/swapping.
The shock relocators are needed to get better travel geometry for the shocks.

[N2TRUX]

Originally Posted by 83highsierra

....and should i just cut the springs in front?

There is nothing wrong with cutting stock springs as long as you don't get them too hot. One coil will get you +/- 2" so you will still need more up front if you plan to set fairly level.

[papsoldblue72]

ok i am wanting to lower my 72 it has leaf springs can i do the same or do i need to do something else ?????

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by papsoldblue72

ok i am wanting to lower my 72 it has leaf springs can i do the same or do i need to do something else ?????

You just need a flip kit for the earlier 67-72 2.25" width leafs. Check the DJM line of products from one of our supporting vendors.