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TRAU 82 · 11-09-2011, 07:18 PM

hey guys...ok so i have an 82 swb c10 with a flip kit out back and am now ready to decide on a way to drop the front end. would like to leave the original coils in the front uncut as much as possible(would cut if i HAD to), so going to go with a drop spindle to keep as much of factory ride as possible. have heard much talk in regards to drop spindles (brands, etc.), but plan to run some 15 inch rallies for the time being and dont want to have to do a ton of grinding in order to do so. have seen many of you go with belltech, djm, summit, 2.5", 3", etc...just wondering what the best brand would be, size drop you went with and your experience/how you like the ride now after doing so...appreciate the help fellas! stay SQUARE..

**N2TRUX** · 11-09-2011, 10:27 PM

You are on the right track. I prefer to start with spindle drop and go with spring drop as needed. Check the Forum Vendors for good deals first. From there, its hard to beat Summit Racing for price and service.

SCOTI · 11-10-2011, 01:20 AM

I recommend 2.5" spindles for the least amount of trimming & a 2" drop coil.

TRAU 82 · 11-10-2011, 03:21 PM

thanks for the advice fellas...recommend any particular brand over another? belltech over djm, etc?

SCOTI · 11-10-2011, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by TRAU 82

thanks for the advice fellas...recommend any particular brand over another? belltech over djm, etc?

BellTech & DJM only come in 3" drops. Western Chassis, McGauhys, & CPP offer 2.5" versions, & CPP also has a 2" modular version that can be upgraded to bigger discs w/a simple bracket swap. There are other brands, but these are the most popular.

As far as one being better than another? All the units listed above are good quality so it boils down to availability, pricing to your door, & customer service after the sale.

AustinScott · 11-10-2011, 06:42 PM

don't forget about POL.
front drop Spindles

They shipped stuff fast and had great customer service, not to mention great pricing.

Scott

kieth · 11-10-2011, 07:03 PM

Check with Boris he has a killer deal 2 Mcgaughy 2.5" drop spindles with 2 air bags for $319.99 Kieth

216-481-5219---way2lo on this board.....great service.....

TRAU 82 · 11-10-2011, 08:48 PM

REALLY appreciate your input guys...love the idea of doing a spindle/bag setup but i'm gonna have to tuck my tail between my legs on this one and admit...i wouldnt know the first thing about doing one/what all would be involved

dad gommit...

TRAU 82 · 11-11-2011, 11:19 AM

sounds like the kinda plan of action i had in mind at the present, maybe bags one day...thanks for the advice again guys! what part of dallas are you in SCOTI? i have a buddy that lives over near the speedway that i come visit from time to time..made it up to good guys 2 years ago and had the opportunity to see your truck from afar N2TRUX. beautiful truck man..

SCOTI · 11-11-2011, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TRAU 82

sounds like the kinda plan of action i had in mind at the present, maybe bags one day...thanks for the advice again guys! what part of dallas are you in SCOTI? i have a buddy that lives over near the speedway that i come visit from time to time..made it up to good guys 2 years ago and had the opportunity to see your truck from afar N2TRUX. beautiful truck man..

North Dallas (Garland/Rockwall area).

11-09-2011, 07:18 PM	#1
TRAU 82 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Columbus, Texas Posts: 37	dropping front end...HELP! hey guys...ok so i have an 82 swb c10 with a flip kit out back and am now ready to decide on a way to drop the front end. would like to leave the original coils in the front uncut as much as possible(would cut if i HAD to), so going to go with a drop spindle to keep as much of factory ride as possible. have heard much talk in regards to drop spindles (brands, etc.), but plan to run some 15 inch rallies for the time being and dont want to have to do a ton of grinding in order to do so. have seen many of you go with belltech, djm, summit, 2.5", 3", etc...just wondering what the best brand would be, size drop you went with and your experience/how you like the ride now after doing so...appreciate the help fellas! stay SQUARE..

11-09-2011, 10:27 PM	#2
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: dropping front end...HELP! You are on the right track. I prefer to start with spindle drop and go with spring drop as needed. Check the Forum Vendors for good deals first. From there, its hard to beat Summit Racing for price and service. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

11-10-2011, 01:20 AM	#3
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,071	Re: dropping front end...HELP! I recommend 2.5" spindles for the least amount of trimming & a 2" drop coil. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

11-10-2011, 03:21 PM	#4
TRAU 82 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Columbus, Texas Posts: 37	Re: dropping front end...HELP! thanks for the advice fellas...recommend any particular brand over another? belltech over djm, etc?

11-10-2011, 06:42 PM	#6
AustinScott Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Southington CT Posts: 548	Re: dropping front end...HELP! don't forget about POL. front drop Spindles They shipped stuff fast and had great customer service, not to mention great pricing. Scott

11-10-2011, 07:03 PM	#7
kieth Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 1,925	Re: dropping front end...HELP! Check with Boris he has a killer deal 2 Mcgaughy 2.5" drop spindles with 2 air bags for $319.99 Kieth 216-481-5219---way2lo on this board.....great service.....

11-10-2011, 08:48 PM	#8
TRAU 82 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Columbus, Texas Posts: 37	Re: dropping front end...HELP! REALLY appreciate your input guys...love the idea of doing a spindle/bag setup but i'm gonna have to tuck my tail between my legs on this one and admit...i wouldnt know the first thing about doing one/what all would be involved dad gommit...

11-11-2011, 11:19 AM	#9
TRAU 82 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Columbus, Texas Posts: 37	Re: dropping front end...HELP! sounds like the kinda plan of action i had in mind at the present, maybe bags one day...thanks for the advice again guys! what part of dallas are you in SCOTI? i have a buddy that lives over near the speedway that i come visit from time to time..made it up to good guys 2 years ago and had the opportunity to see your truck from afar N2TRUX. beautiful truck man..



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