3.5/6 or 2.5/4 What do ya'll think? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

nicolas72gmc · 08-28-2008, 01:41 PM

Hello all, was wondering if there was anything else I should consider when I go ahead with my drop on my 72. I have everything here to do either drop amount, but am still undecided. I just don't know.

ChevLoRay · 08-28-2008, 01:54 PM

What are the streets and roads like where you live? I have a 2.5/4 drop on mine and there are some of what I call shallow ditches where streets intersect and the city was too cheap to put in a drainage system. Yeah, they're like dips that will eat the front bumper off of what you drive if you hit it too fast. With a long wheel base, entrances and exits that have sloaping driveways will tend to exaggerate the clearance issues. I prefer the lower profile, but opted to go with what I have because of the streets. I'd still like to go an inch closer to the pavement, though. Makes an argument for bags, don't it?

nicolas72gmc · 08-28-2008, 02:06 PM

The roads are in decent shape here but we do have some of the things you are talking about with the gutters. I guess as much as I will drive her would play in my decision also. Do you have photos of your 2.5/4 drop?

powell72 · 08-28-2008, 02:12 PM

Go 3.5/6 and be cautious while driving for a while, it's the price you pay to look cool.

chevguy7 · 08-28-2008, 02:14 PM

I went with a 3.5/5 on my LWB. My build is not done yet so I'm not sure how its going to handle but I like the stance.

nicolas72gmc · 08-28-2008, 02:22 PM

Powell72, I will need to drive cautiously for a while, I have a 02 wrangler with 6" lift. I am not used to lowered vehicles. But you are right it is a price to pay for looking cool.

d10s69c10 · 08-28-2008, 02:17 PM

well seeing as how my roads are horrible i went the AIR suspension route.

2.5/4 is a pretty aggressive look
3.5 6 is gonna almost make the truck "Bull dog" a bit. and need a wee bit of notching.

Here is a Cartoon Version of lowering options out of LMC.. gives you a rough idea.
http://www.lmctruck.com/ICATALOG/CB/full.aspx?Page=93

thirdstreettito · 08-28-2008, 03:58 PM

2/4 Will give you a nice look and you wont have problems with clearance(speed bumps, vertical driveways, etc).

corn · 08-29-2008, 12:03 AM

Mine is 3/6. No notch either & Ive hauled our JD lawn tractor in it with no problems. 3" springs in the front & a flip kit in the rear...

crasten123 · 08-29-2008, 02:34 AM

Here is a 4&1/2 front, 6 back drop with c notch. It's a bit low, but rides absolutely great. I'm planning on adding airbags soon just to improve the look and add to the ride. I'm switching to larger wheels as well (18frt, 20 rear).

nicolas72gmc · 08-29-2008, 08:47 AM

Thanks for all of the feedback and pics guys, this will make it easier for me to make a decision.

72BlckButy · 08-29-2008, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crasten123

Here is a 4&1/2 front, 6 back drop with c notch. It's a bit low, but rides absolutely great. I'm planning on adding airbags soon just to improve the look and add to the ride. I'm switching to larger wheels as well (18frt, 20 rear).

Was a c notch necessary?

chevguy7 · 08-29-2008, 12:40 PM

I just remembered that Early Classic has pictures on their website of SWB and LWB trucks from 66-72 with various drops. Here is the link to a pictures of a 67-72 LWB: http://www.earlyclassic.com/tech.asp...nce%20Photos-4

**Already Gone** · 08-29-2008, 06:50 PM

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08-28-2008, 01:41 PM	#1
nicolas72gmc Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Sunny Arizona Posts: 525	3.5/6 or 2.5/4 What do ya'll think? Hello all, was wondering if there was anything else I should consider when I go ahead with my drop on my 72. I have everything here to do either drop amount, but am still undecided. I just don't know. Attached Images __________________ Nick "Everyone has a plan, 'till they get punched in the mouth".........Mike Tyson 1968, GMC, SWB, Project 1972, GMC, LWB, Daily Driver, 383, headers, 2.5"/3" exhaust, 200r4, 3.5/5 ECE components. 1972, C/10, LWB, 350 vortec, th350

08-28-2008, 01:54 PM	#2
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: 3.5/6 or 2.5/4 What do ya'll think? What are the streets and roads like where you live? I have a 2.5/4 drop on mine and there are some of what I call shallow ditches where streets intersect and the city was too cheap to put in a drainage system. Yeah, they're like dips that will eat the front bumper off of what you drive if you hit it too fast. With a long wheel base, entrances and exits that have sloaping driveways will tend to exaggerate the clearance issues. I prefer the lower profile, but opted to go with what I have because of the streets. I'd still like to go an inch closer to the pavement, though. Makes an argument for bags, don't it? __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

08-28-2008, 02:06 PM	#3
nicolas72gmc Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Sunny Arizona Posts: 525	Re: 3.5/6 or 2.5/4 What do ya'll think? The roads are in decent shape here but we do have some of the things you are talking about with the gutters. I guess as much as I will drive her would play in my decision also. Do you have photos of your 2.5/4 drop? __________________ Nick "Everyone has a plan, 'till they get punched in the mouth".........Mike Tyson 1968, GMC, SWB, Project 1972, GMC, LWB, Daily Driver, 383, headers, 2.5"/3" exhaust, 200r4, 3.5/5 ECE components. 1972, C/10, LWB, 350 vortec, th350

08-28-2008, 02:12 PM	#4
powell72 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Loveland Co. Posts: 3,098	Re: 3.5/6 or 2.5/4 What do ya'll think? Go 3.5/6 and be cautious while driving for a while, it's the price you pay to look cool. __________________ Chris 74 Custom Deluxe SWB 350/350/3.73’s 99 2wd Silverado RCSB 5.3/4L60/3.90’s http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...short_bed.html

08-28-2008, 02:14 PM	#5
chevguy7 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Washington Posts: 316	Re: 3.5/6 or 2.5/4 What do ya'll think? I went with a 3.5/5 on my LWB. My build is not done yet so I'm not sure how its going to handle but I like the stance. __________________ 1970 C10 - ECE 3.5/5 drop, dual exhaust with turbo mufflers, front discs http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=272458 2000 Buick Regal GS - Supercharged 3.8 V6 240hp, 1/4 mile 15 seconds

08-28-2008, 02:22 PM	#6
nicolas72gmc Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Sunny Arizona Posts: 525	Re: 3.5/6 or 2.5/4 What do ya'll think? Powell72, I will need to drive cautiously for a while, I have a 02 wrangler with 6" lift. I am not used to lowered vehicles. But you are right it is a price to pay for looking cool. __________________ Nick "Everyone has a plan, 'till they get punched in the mouth".........Mike Tyson 1968, GMC, SWB, Project 1972, GMC, LWB, Daily Driver, 383, headers, 2.5"/3" exhaust, 200r4, 3.5/5 ECE components. 1972, C/10, LWB, 350 vortec, th350

08-28-2008, 02:17 PM	#7
d10s69c10 Built 4 Speed Join Date: May 2008 Location: Geneva FL Posts: 619	Re: 3.5/6 or 2.5/4 What do ya'll think? well seeing as how my roads are horrible i went the AIR suspension route. 2.5/4 is a pretty aggressive look 3.5 6 is gonna almost make the truck "Bull dog" a bit. and need a wee bit of notching. Here is a Cartoon Version of lowering options out of LMC.. gives you a rough idea. http://www.lmctruck.com/ICATALOG/CB/full.aspx?Page=93 __________________ 1969 C/10 Short Box: 496/T-56 in worx. "To Be Old And Wise, First You Must Be Young And Stupid" Last edited by d10s69c10; 08-28-2008 at 02:21 PM. Reason: found a link

08-28-2008, 03:58 PM	#8
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: 3.5/6 or 2.5/4 What do ya'll think? 2/4 Will give you a nice look and you wont have problems with clearance(speed bumps, vertical driveways, etc). __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck

08-29-2008, 12:03 AM	#9
corn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: here Posts: 5,789	Re: 3.5/6 or 2.5/4 What do ya'll think? Mine is 3/6. No notch either & Ive hauled our JD lawn tractor in it with no problems. 3" springs in the front & a flip kit in the rear...

08-29-2008, 02:34 AM	#10
crasten123 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: San Jose, ca Posts: 157	Re: 3.5/6 or 2.5/4 What do ya'll think? Here is a 4&1/2 front, 6 back drop with c notch. It's a bit low, but rides absolutely great. I'm planning on adding airbags soon just to improve the look and add to the ride. I'm switching to larger wheels as well (18frt, 20 rear). Attached Images __________________ [B]72 Cheyenne SWB

08-29-2008, 08:47 AM	#11
nicolas72gmc Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Sunny Arizona Posts: 525	Re: 3.5/6 or 2.5/4 What do ya'll think? Thanks for all of the feedback and pics guys, this will make it easier for me to make a decision. __________________ Nick "Everyone has a plan, 'till they get punched in the mouth".........Mike Tyson 1968, GMC, SWB, Project 1972, GMC, LWB, Daily Driver, 383, headers, 2.5"/3" exhaust, 200r4, 3.5/5 ECE components. 1972, C/10, LWB, 350 vortec, th350

08-29-2008, 12:40 PM	#13
chevguy7 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Washington Posts: 316	Re: 3.5/6 or 2.5/4 What do ya'll think? I just remembered that Early Classic has pictures on their website of SWB and LWB trucks from 66-72 with various drops. Here is the link to a pictures of a 67-72 LWB: http://www.earlyclassic.com/tech.asp...nce%20Photos-4 __________________ 1970 C10 - ECE 3.5/5 drop, dual exhaust with turbo mufflers, front discs http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=272458 2000 Buick Regal GS - Supercharged 3.8 V6 240hp, 1/4 mile 15 seconds

08-29-2008, 06:50 PM	#14
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