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Old 03-24-2021, 07:30 PM   #1
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help with front suspension

Need a measurement or an explanation.

I lowered the rear of my 71 4". The front is 50 year old stock springs. The truck sits about 1" higher in front than rear. So, I was debating cutting about 3/4" off the front springs. But upon inspection, the A arm is only 1.25" from the bump stop when parked, and it is obvious I have been riding frequently on the bump stops when in motion. I am curious how high the truck should sit off the bump stops if I had new front springs. I am guessing I need new front springs and a 2.5" drop spindle to get the perfect look, while still being able to use the truck.
-Will someone with new stock springs give me a measurement?
-Do most agree that 2.5/4 is right for a daily driver that you still use as a truck on occasion?

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Old 03-25-2021, 10:27 AM   #2
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Re: help with front suspension

I don't have any measurements for you, but a 2.5"/4" drop will look good. I would definitely get new front springs though. They'll be much better since your originals are likely worn out and not working well. Remember, since the new front springs are new and not broken in yet, they will raise the truck compared to your old springs.
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Old 03-25-2021, 12:33 PM   #3
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Re: help with front suspension

I went through the entire front end on my 67 last year with all new parts, 2.5" drop spindles with new stock height springs. Converted to disc brakes as well. I like the stance of my truck as it will be a driver and not a show truck for sure. My desire was a bit lower but level stance and this let me maintain front steering geometry and stock ride height shocks as well.
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Old 03-25-2021, 02:14 PM   #4
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Re: help with front suspension

Order a set of 3/4 ton (heavy duty) coils and cut 1/2 coil off...The 1-1/4" bump stop clearance is plenty of clearance considering your using a sway bar and new front shocks. One half of a coil equals about an inch of drop. The stouter coil will resist bottoming out the shocks or the bump stops, the sway bar will make the truck steer like a Camaro or a Vette...The truck in my profile pic has the exact set up described above...The factory steering geometry is maintained...
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Old 03-25-2021, 07:59 PM   #5
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Thanks for the inputs. Time to buy some parts.
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