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Old 03-06-2010, 01:25 AM   #1
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Lower a K10?

I know it may sound crazy, but has anyone done it? Maybe a flip kit on both ends? I've come across a good deal on an 85 4x4 and I'm wanting to build a rallycross truck, rallycross is like an autocross but on dirt, and I figure a stick axle truck with a much lower ride height may be a pretty formidable contender.

Any suggestions?

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Old 03-06-2010, 01:43 AM   #2
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Re: Lower a K10?

i didnt think you could do that to 4x4 in the front due to steering and what not.... i could be wrong. im sure its do-able somehow
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Old 03-06-2010, 03:55 AM   #3
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Re: Lower a K10?

you can only go so low in the front before the pumpkin hits the crossmember.
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Old 03-06-2010, 05:07 AM   #4
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Re: Lower a K10?

If you want a rallycross vehicle, look at a 4x4 S10, or 4x4 88+ full size truck. These trucks have an independent front suspension and you can lower them like a 2WD truck.

Also, you can use all wheel drive Astro van parts to convert a 4x4 S10 to true all wheel drive. You are basically building a truck similar to the GMC Syclone. I think this would be the most competitive setup against the rest of the cars you are going to compete against.
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Old 03-06-2010, 09:31 AM   #5
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Re: Lower a K10?

You are going to have a huge issue with the oil pan too....
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Old 03-06-2010, 10:34 AM   #6
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Re: Lower a K10?

Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks guys for the info. and the suggestions.
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Old 03-06-2010, 05:16 PM   #7
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