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Burb 71 · 03-14-2012, 04:11 AM

I have a 71 c20 burb with a 292. I installed 2.5" spindles and 2"springs on the front. Not sure if anyone else has had this problem, but my passenger side is approximately .5"to .75"lower than the drivers side. Before I cut a approximately half a spring off anyone else have any ideas? Thanks
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**N2TRUX** · 03-14-2012, 10:32 AM

Did you measure it before you lowered it? Its not uncommon for these old trucks to be off to start with, but go undetected until we scrutinize them after lowering.

Beyond that, how long has it been lowered? does it need some miles on it to settle in? If not, take a look at the springs to ensure they are seated correctly.

cdowns · 03-14-2012, 10:41 AM

b4 cutting i'd switch the spengs side to side

Pro Performance · 03-14-2012, 08:44 PM

Ken had a good point.. To make sure both springs are seated properly, as that may cause one side to be higher.
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Burb 71 · 03-14-2012, 09:54 PM

Thanks for the responses. I will try swapping sides. I have checked the seat and it is OK. It has been this way for a while so they should have settled. I've been busy so just now getting to get back ti work on it.
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03-14-2012, 04:11 AM	#1
Burb 71 Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: NE Kansas Posts: 48	static drop question I have a 71 c20 burb with a 292. I installed 2.5" spindles and 2"springs on the front. Not sure if anyone else has had this problem, but my passenger side is approximately .5"to .75"lower than the drivers side. Before I cut a approximately half a spring off anyone else have any ideas? Thanks Posted via Mobile Device

03-14-2012, 10:32 AM	#2
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: static drop question Did you measure it before you lowered it? Its not uncommon for these old trucks to be off to start with, but go undetected until we scrutinize them after lowering. Beyond that, how long has it been lowered? does it need some miles on it to settle in? If not, take a look at the springs to ensure they are seated correctly. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

03-14-2012, 10:41 AM	#3
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: static drop question b4 cutting i'd switch the spengs side to side __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

03-14-2012, 08:44 PM	#4
Pro Performance Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 3,069	Re: static drop question Ken had a good point.. To make sure both springs are seated properly, as that may cause one side to be higher. Posted via Mobile Device

03-14-2012, 09:54 PM	#5
Burb 71 Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: NE Kansas Posts: 48	Re: static drop question Thanks for the responses. I will try swapping sides. I have checked the seat and it is OK. It has been this way for a while so they should have settled. I've been busy so just now getting to get back ti work on it. Posted via Mobile Device

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