Assistance on static drop pics/info

[Lost81c10]

Need your help. Can you post you static drop pics/specs (preferably) or point me to some threads you might now of on 73-87 static drops with pics/specs. I have seen a few but nothing specific with this especially on 73-87s. Then again it could be operator error.
I am in the process of lowering my truck 85 1/2 SWB, but I wanted to see what I can expect before I install the front stuff.
I bought a 4" Western Chassis hanger/shackle kit, (installed this past weekend and let me tell you it was a job easy but tedious, but thanks to my 15 yr old son’s help it is done). I think the results of that will be good for the look I was after especially once the front is done.
For the front I got CPP 2.5" spindles and was also contemplating cutting stock springs one full coil, but I think it might be too much or maybe just right compared to the rear thus I wanted to see what it might look like with either or. Also, if I cut the spring, (A) cut from the bottom or top? and (B) will it be ok if I cut only 1/2 of one full coil?
Thanks. I will post pics of the rear drop when I get home.

[gchemist]

Checkout LMC's diagrams at http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cc/full.aspx?Page=142

[lolife99]

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...hlight=lowered

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...hlight=lowered

[Lost81c10]

thanks for the help guys.

Keith,
how did you find the threads? i looked through 100 pages of the suspensions section, i used the search option with plenty of key words? i knew it was operator error.

here are a few pics to see what you guys think in terms of cutting my coils. i do want a little bit of rake.

[lolife99]

Originally Posted by Lost81c10

Keith,
how did you find the threads? i looked through 100 pages of the suspensions section, i used the search option with plenty of key words? i knew it was operator error.

Every section has dropped or bagged threads.
Many of them.
I just picked the two with the most threads,... located in the 73-87 section.
Use the search box there.

When you cut your front coils remember:
1/2 coil cut= one inch of drop. (approximately)

[Lost81c10]

Originally Posted by lolife99

Every section has dropped or bagged threads.
Many of them.
I just picked the two with the most threads,... located in the 73-87 section.
Use the search box there.

When you cut your front coils remember:
1/2 coil cut= one inch of drop. (approximately)

So i can cut 1/2 a loop? and do i cut from the bottom or top? thanks.

[lolife99]

Originally Posted by Lost81c10

So i can cut 1/2 a loop?
and do i cut from the bottom or top? thanks.

I have always cut 1/2 coils.
There is no left or right spring.
They are the same even though you are placing them in left and right a-arms.
I always cut from the bottom.
Then you can still "clock" the upper spring loop in the "D" shaped bracket in the upper spring pocket.

[lolife99]

Are your front tires going to clear the fenders after you lower it more?

[Lost81c10]

^^^ I think they should. You mean from top to fender lip? I have not lowered the front any yet.
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[lolife99]

Originally Posted by Lost81c10

^^^ I think they should. You mean from top to fender lip? I have not lowered the front any yet.
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Looks like they will be close to the fender lip.
(as in too wide or wrong offset wheel)

[bigwheel15]

Originally Posted by lolife99

Looks like they will be close to the fender lip.
(as in too wide or wrong offset wheel)

They look like they will be close but still clear, looks like a stock ralley without caps and rings.

[Lost81c10]

Originally Posted by bigwheel15

They look like they will be close but still clear, looks like a stock ralley without caps and rings.

that is correct, they are stock 8" ralleys

[MDc10]

Originally Posted by lolife99

Are your front tires going to clear the fenders after you lower it more?

Is installing a flip kit as easy ad it looks. I opened the box I got this morning and there's nothing to it. Also what about installing drop coils, how do I go about that?
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[Lost81c10]

Originally Posted by MDc10

Is installing a flip kit as easy ad it looks. I opened the box I got this morning and there's nothing to it. Also what about installing drop coils, how do I go about that?
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read over this and see if it might give you an idea.
http://www.73-87.com/7387garage/chas...n/frontend.htm



it came from here. you might want to check all the other articles to give you an idea:
http://www.73-87.com/7387garage/gara...suspension.htm

[Lost81c10]

here are some pics of the front lowerd. the first is of when i installed the 2.5 spindles with one coil round cut (keep in mind that the driveway angle, on flat ground the rake would be more pronounced). the second ones are with the 2.5 spindles and 1.5 drop springs. i hope the springs settle a bit in a few weeks. if not i might cut a bit on the springs to lower the front just a bit more (1/2"). notice, on the front view, i still ahve the chevy lean on the driver side.

[Can't kech me]

i would cut the coils 1/2' more, maybe even get some 2.5" drop springs (which would also probably solve the lean), and ditch the drop shackle/hangers for a flipkit

[Lost81c10]

Originally Posted by Can't kech me

i would cut the coils 1/2' more, maybe even get some 2.5" drop springs (which would also probably solve the lean), and ditch the drop shackle/hangers for a flipkit

I installed 1.5 drop springs after I cut the stock springs and the lean is still there. The first pic above is where I cut my stock springs but was too low for me.
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[Tx Firefighter]

Give the new springs 1000 miles. They will settle a bit guaranteed.

[Lost81c10]

Originally Posted by Tx Firefighter

Give the new springs 1000 miles. They will settle a bit guaranteed.

do you mean in terms of the fornt coming down a bit more as i am wanting or more for the lean issue? thanks.

[greatdane]

My truck leans toward the drivers side also. I think it's pretty normal with these trucks!

I like the way yours looks with the 1.5 springs. It looks better than the cut ones did for sure!

Wish I wouldve got 1.5" instead of 2"

Turn your front plate upside down and that truck would look perfect! Boomer Sooner!

[Lost81c10]

Originally Posted by greatdane

My truck leans toward the drivers side also. I think it's pretty normal with these trucks!

I like the way yours looks with the 1.5 springs. It looks better than the cut ones did for sure!

Wish I wouldve got 1.5" instead of 2"

Turn your front plate upside down and that truck would look perfect! Boomer Sooner!

LOL. you got me there, no room for talk this year. it was terrible....

[Tx Firefighter]

Originally Posted by Lost81c10

do you mean in terms of the fornt coming down a bit more as i am wanting or more for the lean issue? thanks.

You're new front coils will settle in the next 1000 miles. I suspect your lean issue is uneven rear springs. Most old leaf springs settle differently over the years.