Before and after the drop - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

dan42 · 10-26-2007, 10:41 PM

Here's a couple pix of my '67 before the 2/4 drop coils were put on, and after. I did remount the shocks but did not have to get an adjustable tracking bar. I'm ready to put another motor in it, and just realized that I need a rear sump pan, and the motor I have is a front sump pan, so now I have to get an oil pump. I'll probably replace the pickup screen and the pump drive shaft because the motor is used, and I might as well if I'm replacing the pump. The money pit continues. But that's O.K, someday I'll be done.

northerngmc · 10-26-2007, 10:53 PM

nice

How hard was the spring install?

How long did it take you?

dan42 · 10-26-2007, 10:58 PM

I didn't do it - I just didn't have time and wanted to get it done, but I know a lot of guys have done it on here. I don't think it's too complicated, but if I were gonna do it, a lift is nice to have, and jack stands, and a buddy - and if you do it be sure to replace the trailing arm and tracking arm bushings, you might as well. BTW, I can definiitely tell a ride difference with the new springs, and it handles quite a bit better.

72cheyennesuper20 · 10-26-2007, 10:59 PM

Cool truck. I like the drop.

Jim_PA · 10-26-2007, 11:11 PM

Nice stance -- the tires look pretty tall, what size are they?

I eventually want a stance with about that much tire-fender clearance, but tire size plays a big factor in keeping that amount of clearance where I'd like it.

dan42 · 10-26-2007, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Jim_PA

Nice stance -- the tires look pretty tall, what size are they?

I eventually want a stance with about that much tire-fender clearance, but tire size plays a big factor in keeping that amount of clearance where I'd like it.

31". I'm going to put a little wider in the back and a little narrower in the front - they are 10.5 X R15LTMS Generals al around right now.

Jim_PA · 10-26-2007, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by dan42

31". I'm going to put a little wider in the back and a little narrower in the front - they are 10.5 X R15LTMS Generals al around right now.

Cool, looks like I need some taller tires.

wibilly · 10-26-2007, 11:32 PM

that thing really sat high before. looks much better now, i was never a fan of lowered truchs before i started hangen out here now i can't wate to build myself one

67_C-30 · 10-26-2007, 11:36 PM

Oh man I love that truck. I am gonna have a black '67 CST one of the days!!!

67_C-30 · 10-26-2007, 11:41 PM

BTW, I thought this was your truck with different rims until I did a double take! I found this pic on the net a while back.

dan42 · 10-27-2007, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by 67_C-30

BTW, I thought this was your truck with different rims until I did a double take! I found this pic on the net a while back.

It's my truck's evil twin!

CG · 10-26-2007, 11:38 PM

Looks much better. I didnt think you had to do the shock relocate or the adjustable track bar until you dropped 6''

dan42 · 10-27-2007, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by CG

Looks much better. I didnt think you had to do the shock relocate or the adjustable track bar until you dropped 6''

I wasn't sure on the track bar, but it worked out, and I just did the shock relocate, so I would have a little less angle.

**Palf70Step** · 10-27-2007, 06:42 AM

Truck looks good with the drop, of course it looked good before it too.

**Shock_Me** · 10-27-2007, 07:14 AM

Dan,

that truck looks just right. hey, I sound like Goldilocks! I love the clean look of a 67 short fleet.

Pete

Gray Ghost · 10-27-2007, 07:29 AM

This is the only drop I like. I have the 2/4 drop coils in the shop and they're going on the 67 someday. I thought you had to have the trackbar and have never heard of the shocks having to relocate. Do you have pics of what you did?

On the track bar...are the wheels still centered in the wheelwells? No handling issues I guess?

dan42 · 10-27-2007, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Buffalo Elk

This is the only drop I like. I have the 2/4 drop coils in the shop and they're going on the 67 someday. I thought you had to have the trackbar and have never heard of the shocks having to relocate. Do you have pics of what you did?

On the track bar...are the wheels still centered in the wheelwells? No handling issues I guess?

Yeah, it still has the trackbar, it's just that I didn't need to use an adjustable one, I used the stock one. And the wheels centered fine. Handles better than it ever has.

HeavyD · 10-27-2007, 12:02 PM

Looks great.

72BlckButy · 10-27-2007, 08:54 AM

Truck looks great, love the drop!

lts70 · 10-27-2007, 12:43 PM

I did a 3/4 drop and the adjustable track bar ended up the exact lenth as the stock bar when the wheels were centered. I wish I would have known that before I laid down my money. They do handle alot better with the drop but if you don't have sway bars you would be amazed at how much better they handle with them on. I replaced my stock front sway bar with a heavyer one and instaled a rear one also. It is a night and day difference. You can buy them in a kit or search the forum for junkyard info that are just as good or better in some cases. Nice Truck!!

67_C-30 · 10-27-2007, 06:41 PM

Dan, I like your truck so much, I put the rest of your molding back on for you

Elsie72 · 10-28-2007, 12:15 AM

Looks really good. I think the shock re-locate kit does quite a bit for the handling. with the stock mounts, the shocks really 'flatten' out with a drop, but are at a much better angle with the kit in.

sodak69c10 · 10-28-2007, 12:29 AM

if you have the right spring compressor the front is a snap the rear is pretty straight forward but it looks good man whats in the plans for it?

10-26-2007, 10:41 PM	#1
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Before and after the drop Here's a couple pix of my '67 before the 2/4 drop coils were put on, and after. I did remount the shocks but did not have to get an adjustable tracking bar. I'm ready to put another motor in it, and just realized that I need a rear sump pan, and the motor I have is a front sump pan, so now I have to get an oil pump. I'll probably replace the pickup screen and the pump drive shaft because the motor is used, and I might as well if I'm replacing the pump. The money pit continues. But that's O.K, someday I'll be done. Attached Images __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

10-26-2007, 10:53 PM	#2
northerngmc Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Whitehorse YK Canada Posts: 2,651	Re: Before and after the drop nice How hard was the spring install? How long did it take you? __________________ Blaine 59 GMC 9314 a.k.a. Whoopee 68 C20 50th Anniversary a.k.a. The Rat http://www.flickr.com/photos/northerngmc/ http://www.members.tripod.com/P-wee/index_032.htm 1.61803 is one H of a lot better than 3.14159, no really it is!

10-26-2007, 10:58 PM	#3
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: Before and after the drop I didn't do it - I just didn't have time and wanted to get it done, but I know a lot of guys have done it on here. I don't think it's too complicated, but if I were gonna do it, a lift is nice to have, and jack stands, and a buddy - and if you do it be sure to replace the trailing arm and tracking arm bushings, you might as well. BTW, I can definiitely tell a ride difference with the new springs, and it handles quite a bit better. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

10-26-2007, 10:59 PM	#4
72cheyennesuper20 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Portland, OR. Posts: 414	Re: Before and after the drop Cool truck. I like the drop.

10-26-2007, 11:11 PM	#5
Jim_PA Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 2,696	Re: Before and after the drop Nice stance -- the tires look pretty tall, what size are they? I eventually want a stance with about that much tire-fender clearance, but tire size plays a big factor in keeping that amount of clearance where I'd like it.

10-26-2007, 11:32 PM	#8
wibilly Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: northwestern wi Posts: 2,111	Re: Before and after the drop that thing really sat high before. looks much better now, i was never a fan of lowered truchs before i started hangen out here now i can't wate to build myself one __________________ common sense isn't so common anymore

10-26-2007, 11:36 PM	#9
67_C-30 I have a radical idea! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Sweet Home Alabama! Posts: 6,513	Re: Before and after the drop Oh man I love that truck. I am gonna have a black '67 CST one of the days!!! __________________ '67 C-30 Dually Pickup 6.2 Turbo Diesel, NP435 ‘72 C-10 SWB , 350 4bbl, TH350 '69 C-10 SWB , 250 L6, 3 OTT '69 GMC C3500, dump truck, 351 V6, NP435 '84 M1009 CUCV Military Blazer 67 C-30 Turbodiesel build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=254096 My trucks http://s226.photobucket.com/albums/d...ediafilter=all Member of the 1-Ton Club!

10-26-2007, 11:41 PM	#10
67_C-30 I have a radical idea! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Sweet Home Alabama! Posts: 6,513	Re: Before and after the drop BTW, I thought this was your truck with different rims until I did a double take! I found this pic on the net a while back. Attached Images __________________ '67 C-30 Dually Pickup 6.2 Turbo Diesel, NP435 ‘72 C-10 SWB , 350 4bbl, TH350 '69 C-10 SWB , 250 L6, 3 OTT '69 GMC C3500, dump truck, 351 V6, NP435 '84 M1009 CUCV Military Blazer 67 C-30 Turbodiesel build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=254096 My trucks http://s226.photobucket.com/albums/d...ediafilter=all Member of the 1-Ton Club!

10-26-2007, 11:38 PM	#12
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,995	Re: Before and after the drop Looks much better. I didnt think you had to do the shock relocate or the adjustable track bar until you dropped 6''

10-27-2007, 06:42 AM	#14
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,090	Re: Before and after the drop Truck looks good with the drop, of course it looked good before it too. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

10-27-2007, 07:14 AM	#15
Shock_Me Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 587	Re: Before and after the drop Dan, that truck looks just right. hey, I sound like Goldilocks! I love the clean look of a 67 short fleet. Pete

10-27-2007, 07:29 AM	#16
Gray Ghost Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Terrell, TX Posts: 1,967	Re: Before and after the drop This is the only drop I like. I have the 2/4 drop coils in the shop and they're going on the 67 someday. I thought you had to have the trackbar and have never heard of the shocks having to relocate. Do you have pics of what you did? On the track bar...are the wheels still centered in the wheelwells? No handling issues I guess? __________________ Kelly '05 GMC Sierra SLE Z71 Bone stock except for new bed rail caps.

10-27-2007, 12:02 PM	#18
HeavyD Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Wakaw, Sask, Canada Posts: 3,180	Re: Before and after the drop Looks great. __________________ "You can take the man out of PA, but you can't take PA out of the man"

10-27-2007, 08:54 AM	#19
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Before and after the drop Truck looks great, love the drop! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

10-27-2007, 12:43 PM	#20
lts70 1970 Daily Driver Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Glenns Ferry IDAHO Posts: 1,037	Re: Before and after the drop I did a 3/4 drop and the adjustable track bar ended up the exact lenth as the stock bar when the wheels were centered. I wish I would have known that before I laid down my money. They do handle alot better with the drop but if you don't have sway bars you would be amazed at how much better they handle with them on. I replaced my stock front sway bar with a heavyer one and instaled a rear one also. It is a night and day difference. You can buy them in a kit or search the forum for junkyard info that are just as good or better in some cases. Nice Truck!! __________________ It's not truly yours if you didn't build it yourself or if you don't do your own maintenance.



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10-27-2007, 06:41 PM	#21
67_C-30 I have a radical idea! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Sweet Home Alabama! Posts: 6,513	Re: Before and after the drop Dan, I like your truck so much, I put the rest of your molding back on for you Attached Images __________________ '67 C-30 Dually Pickup 6.2 Turbo Diesel, NP435 ‘72 C-10 SWB , 350 4bbl, TH350 '69 C-10 SWB , 250 L6, 3 OTT '69 GMC C3500, dump truck, 351 V6, NP435 '84 M1009 CUCV Military Blazer 67 C-30 Turbodiesel build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=254096 My trucks http://s226.photobucket.com/albums/d...ediafilter=all Member of the 1-Ton Club! Last edited by 67_C-30; 10-27-2007 at 06:48 PM.

10-28-2007, 12:15 AM	#22
Elsie72 Chinook Arch Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: High River, Alberta, Canada Posts: 218	Re: Before and after the drop Looks really good. I think the shock re-locate kit does quite a bit for the handling. with the stock mounts, the shocks really 'flatten' out with a drop, but are at a much better angle with the kit in. __________________ 1972 GMC 1500 Custom - Bought used by Grandpa in '74, currently back on the road after a long hiatus. Elsie's truck 2.5" dual exhaust with Hooker Aero Chambers Holley 670 Street Avenger Edelbrock Performer RPM on GMPP 290HP 350 ECE drop 3.5/5

10-28-2007, 12:29 AM	#23
sodak69c10 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Rapid City, South Dakota Posts: 285	Re: Before and after the drop if you have the right spring compressor the front is a snap the rear is pretty straight forward but it looks good man whats in the plans for it? __________________ ,Clint LOUD PIPES SAVE LIVES 69 C-10 short stepside 406 sbc, 02 YAMAHA WR250F, 07 SUZUKI SV650S, 81 Grand Prix 355 sbc, 81 XT 500 YAMAHA

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